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FLT Operator

Randstad Delivery (GBS)
Posted 22 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire MK40 4LU, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The job is for an experienced FLT Operator at DS Smith located in South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH.
  • The position offers a pay rate of £15.40 per hour, with overtime rates of £23.10 and £30.80 for weekdays and weekends respectively.
  • Candidates must have a mandatory External Counterbalance FLT License and be flexible with shift patterns, including nights.
  • The role is initially a 3-month rolling contract with the potential for a permanent position.
  • Experience in warehouse operations is desirable, and benefits include paid holiday, CV advice, and a referral bonus of £300.

Are you an experienced FLT Operator?Do you consider yourself reliable and an asset to a busy team?Are you based in or around South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH?

We have a contractual FLT Operator role available at DS Smith, with a potential pathway to a permanent position. This role is ideal for someone with strong operational skills who is flexible, experienced, and eager to work both days and nights.

Role: FLT OperatorLocation: South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH - DS SmithRate of Pay: £15.40 per hourOvertime Pay:

  • OT1: £23.10 (Monday to Thursday at x1.5)
  • OT2: £30.80 (Friday to Sunday at x2.0)Contract Length: 3 months rolling, with potential for a permanent positionShift Patterns:
  • Monday to Thursday: 06:00 - 16:00 (Occasional extended hours on overtime and Friday work as required)

Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate machinery to move materials, achieving productivity and performance targets in quality, waste management, and customer service.
  • Perform maintenance and cleaning tasks as per the planned schedule.
  • Support and actively engage in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Operate a Counterbalance FLT and undertake occasional Warehouse Operative tasks (manual labor is not a primary component of this role).

Essential Requirements:

  • Mandatory External Counterbalance FLT License (internal licenses will not be accepted).
  • Flexibility to work nights and experience with shift patterns.

Desirable Requirements:

  • Driving license and access to a car.
  • Familiarity with warehouse operations.

Benefits:

  • Advice and editing on your current CV.
  • A dedicated team supporting you throughout the role.
  • Paid holiday.
  • Exclusive online discounts for restaurants and retail.
  • Referral bonus of £300*.
  • Opportunity for progression into permanent roles.
  • Competitive rates of pay.

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today, and a member of our team will contact you if you meet our requirements.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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