Yard Operative/ FLT Driver

Yard/FLT Operative

Doncaster | £12.71 - £13.00 per hour | Monday-Friday | Temp to Perm

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading builders' merchants distribution centre in Doncaster for a Yard/FLT Operative to join their busy and hardworking team.

If you enjoy hands-on work, don't mind working outdoors, and have a valid Counterbalance FLT licence (valid In-house can be accepted), this is an excellent opportunity to secure a temporary to permanent position with a well-established business.

What's in it for you?

£12.71 - £13.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Monday to Friday - No weekends!
Working hours: 7:00am - 5:00pm
Temporary to permanent opportunity
Join a friendly, supportive team
Work for a well-established builders' merchants distribution centre
Varied role with plenty of physical activity
The Role

This is a busy, physically demanding position where no two days are the same. You'll play a key role in keeping the yard running efficiently, ensuring stock is safely handled and customer orders are prepared for dispatch.

This role is approximately:

70% manual yard duties
30% Counterbalance FLT operation
Your Responsibilities

Loading and unloading delivery wagons
Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
Moving building materials around the yard and warehouse
Picking and preparing customer orders
Keeping the yard clean, tidy and organised
Carrying out general yard maintenance and housekeeping
Working safely and following Health & Safety procedures at all times
Supporting colleagues to ensure daily workload is completed
What We're Looking For

Essential

Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence (in-house licences accepted if still valid)
Previous experience operating a Counterbalance FLT
Happy carrying out physically demanding manual work
Reliable with a strong work ethic
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Good awareness of health and safety
Ideal Experience

Builders' merchants
Timber or construction supplies
Distribution or warehouse environments
Yard operative experience
Loading and unloading vehicles
Who Will Thrive in This Role?

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying active, isn't afraid of hard work, and likes being part of a busy team. If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with the chance to secure a permanent contract, we'd love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed