Heavy FLT / Machine Operative

Counterbalance FLT Driver (8 Tonne) / Machine Operative

Chesterfield (S44) | Monday to Friday | Ongoing Temporary Role

We're recruiting on behalf of our client in Chesterfield (S44) for a Counterbalance FLT Driver (8 Tonne)/ Machine Operative to join their busy production team. This is an excellent ongoing temporary role offering regular daytime hours and the chance to work with specialist machinery in a supportive environment.

If you have experience operating a large 8 tonne Counterbalance Forklift Truck and enjoy a varied, hands-on role, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

This is a dual-role position, combining forklift driving with machine operation. Your main responsibilities will include:

Operating an 8 tonne Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
Moving and loading large cable drums around the production area
Feeding cable from large mother drums onto smaller customer drums using winding machinery
Monitoring the winding process to ensure products meet customer specifications
Measuring and preparing cable orders accurately
Carrying out quality checks
Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
Following all health and safety procedures
What We're Looking For

Essential:

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence (in-house licences accepted)
Experience operating Counterbalance FLTs up to 8 tonnes
Previous experience within a manufacturing, warehouse or industrial environment
Good attention to detail
Desirable:

Experience operating production or winding machinery
Experience handling large cable drums or similar heavy products
Working Hours

Monday to Friday
6:30am – 4:30pm

Enjoy a regular day shift with your evenings and weekends free.

Pay

£12.80 per hour
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed