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FLT Operative

Randstad Delivery (GBS)
Posted 16 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Kettering, Northamptonshire NN16 9XL

Salary

£12.69 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • DS Smith Sheetfeeding is looking for a skilled FLT Operative in Kettering with a valid counterbalance FLT license.
  • The role offers a pay rate of £12.69 per hour, with overtime rates of £19.04 on Saturdays and £25.38 on Sundays.
  • This is a full-time, contractual position initially lasting 3 months, with the possibility of extension.
  • Candidates are expected to have experience operating gas-powered FLTs, while training for roll clamp truck operations will be provided.
  • The job requires 40 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday, with shifts from 8 am to 4 pm, and may include early starts and overtime as needed.

Do you have a valid counterbalance FLT license? Are you staying in or around Kettering?

We are seeking a skilled FLT Operative to join our team at DS Smith Sheetfeeding. In this role, you will be responsible for safely handling large pallets of cardboard, operating gas-powered FLT trucks, and providing essential support to the loading team.

  • Role - FLT Operative
  • Pay: £12.69 per hour, Overtime (over 8 hours and Saturdays): £19.04 per hour, Sundays: £25.38 per hour
  • Location: DS Smith Sheetfeeding, Cromwell House, Latimer Park, Burton Latimer, Kettering, NN15 5YZ
  • Job Type: Full Time, Contractual, initially 3 months with the view for extension
  • Shifts:40 hours in a week, Monday to Friday, 8 am - 4 pm, with possible early starts and overtime as required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Pallet Handling: Safely move large pallets of cardboard using a forklift truck (FLT).
  • Shrink Wrapping: Securely wrap pallets for storage and transportation.
  • Loading Team Support: Assist with general loading and unloading tasks.
  • Roll Clamp Truck Operation: Train to use a roll clamp truck and its attachment to support reel stores (training provided).
  • Gas-Powered Truck Use: Operate gas-powered FLTs (conversion training can be arranged if necessary).
Essential Requirements:
  • Valid counterbalance FLT license (official body certification preferred).

Desirable Requirements:

  • Experience with roll clamp truck operations (training provided if necessary).

Benefits:

  • Advice and editing on your current CV

  • Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role

  • Paid holiday

  • Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

  • Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend

  • Opportunity for progression into permanent roles

  • Competitive rates of pay

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical check and reference check.

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

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