Location: Birkenhead
Pay Rate: £19.00 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary – Ad-hoc
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Shift Patterns: 6:00am – 2:00pm or 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Start Date: Subject to business requirements
Job Overview
We are currently recruiting for experienced FLT Reach Truck Drivers to work on an ad-hoc basis at a busy site in Birkenhead.
Offering an excellent rate of £19.00 per hour, this opportunity would suit qualified and experienced reach truck drivers looking to earn additional income, pick up extra shifts or work flexibly during the week.
The successful candidates will support warehouse and production operations by safely moving, handling and positioning stock, ensuring materials are available where required and helping the site operate efficiently.
This is an ad-hoc position, with shifts offered according to business requirements. Applicants must be reliable, flexible and confident operating a reach truck in a busy working environment.
Key Responsibilities
Operating an FLT Reach Truck safely and efficiently in accordance with site procedures.
Moving, lifting and positioning stock and materials within the warehouse and production areas.
Loading and unloading goods as required.
Placing and retrieving pallets from racking safely and accurately.
Supplying production areas with the necessary materials and removing completed stock where required.
Carrying out daily pre-use vehicle checks and reporting any defects or maintenance concerns.
Ensuring all goods are handled carefully to prevent damage.
Maintaining accurate stock movements and following site procedures.
Keeping warehouse and working areas clean, tidy and free from obstructions.
Following all health and safety procedures, including pedestrian and vehicle safety rules.
Supporting general warehouse and production duties when required and appropriate.
Working effectively with colleagues and supervisors to meet operational targets.
Essential Requirements
A valid and in-date FLT Reach Truck licence or recognised training certification acceptable to the employer.
Previous experience operating a reach truck in a warehouse, manufacturing or distribution environment.
Confidence manoeuvring a reach truck safely in busy working areas.
A strong understanding of workplace health and safety.
Good attention to detail when moving and positioning stock.
Reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude.
Flexibility to work ad-hoc shifts during the week.
The ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
Working Hours
The site operates Monday to Friday, with the following shift patterns available:
Early shift: 6:00am – 2:00pm
Late shift: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Shifts will be offered on an ad-hoc basis, depending on operational requirements. Applicants should confirm their availability when registering their interest.
Pay and Benefits
£19.00 per hour.
Ad-hoc working opportunities.
Monday to Friday shift patterns.
An opportunity to earn additional income.
Experience within a busy warehouse and production environment.
Recruitment support throughout the assignment.
Health and SafetyAll candidates must operate equipment responsibly and follow site-specific health and safety procedures at all times.
Pre-use equipment checks must be completed, and any defects, hazards or incidents must be reported immediately to the appropriate supervisor. Safe handling procedures and pedestrian safety rules must be followed throughout the shift.
How to ApplyIf you are an experienced FLT Reach Truck Driver looking for additional hours and are available to work in Birkenhead, we would love to hear from you.
To register your interest:
Email your CV to: (url removed)
Please include details of your FLT Reach Truck experience, licence or training certification, and availability.
We are recruiting on behalf of our client. Further details about the hiring company will be provided during the recruitment process.
Please note: This is an ad-hoc temporary opportunity, and shifts will depend on business requirements
Salary description
£19.00 - £19.00 per hour