Location: Bacup, Lancashire
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 6AM-5PM Monday-Thursday - 40HR WEEK
Reference: ASPLIV
The Role
We are recruiting for a Driver / Warehouse Operative to join a well-established engineering and equipment business based in Bacup.
This is a hands-on and physically demanding position, combining driving a flatbed transit van with warehouse, loading/unloading and FLT duties. The successful candidate must be comfortable with manual handling and getting stuck into the physical side of the role.
Key Responsibilities
Driving a flatbed transit van to complete deliveries and collections
Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently
Operating an FLT to move materials and equipment
Carrying out regular manual handling and heavy lifting
Securing loads correctly before transportation
Supporting goods-in and goods-out activities
Checking deliveries and ensuring the correct items are loaded
Assisting with general warehouse and stores duties
Moving equipment and materials around the site
Completing basic delivery and collection paperwork
Carrying out basic vehicle checks
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
Following all company Health & Safety procedures
Requirements
Full UK Driving Licence
Previous experience driving a Transit Van / Flatbed Van or similar commercial vehicle
Previous FLT experience – Counterbalance preferred
Experience within a warehouse, engineering, manufacturing or industrial environment would be advantageous
Comfortable with heavy lifting and physically demanding work
Good understanding of safe loading and unloading procedures
Reliable, hardworking and willing to support different areas of the operation
Good communication skills and a professional attitude when completing deliveries
About You
We are looking for someone who is hands-on, physically fit and dependable. This isn't purely a driving position – you'll be expected to support with loading, unloading, FLT operation and general warehouse duties throughout the working day.
The ideal candidate will be happy working in a practical environment and willing to get involved wherever required.
Contact
Ellis Loughran
Recruitment Consultant
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Salary description
£13.47 - £13.47 per hour