Forklift Driver / Yard Operative
| Company: | Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.38 to £14.38 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | WV14 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Counterbalance FLT Driver / Steel Yard Operative
£14.38 per hour | Monday–Friday | Early finish every Friday | Bilston
Are you an experienced
Counterbalance FLT Driver with previous experience handling
long lengths of steel or similar oversized materials?
We're currently recruiting for an experienced
FLT Driver / Yard Operative to join a growing manufacturing business in
Bilston.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is confident operating a Counterbalance FLT in a busy yard environment and understands how to safely move, load and organise long steel and aluminium products.
What you'll be doing
• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
• Loading, unloading and safely moving steel, aluminium and other raw materials
• Handling and positioning long lengths of steel
• Organising and maintaining stock within the yard
• Booking products and materials in and out
• Taking responsibility for goods-in processes
• Following site health & safety procedures
• Working as part of a busy yard and manufacturing team
What we're looking for
• Previous experience operating a Counterbalance FLT
• A valid, in-date accredited Counterbalance FLT licence
• Previous experience handling long lengths of steel or similar materials
• Previous experience working in a yard, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
• Good understanding of health & safety
• Reliable, proactive, and safety-conscious approach to work
**STEEL-HANDLING EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL FOR THIS POSITION**
Working hours
• Monday–Thursday: 07:00–15:45
• Friday: 07:00–13:00
Rate of pay:
• £14.38 per hour
Benefits with Owen Payne:
• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite canteen
• Holiday entitlement and pension
• Early finish every Friday
• Long-term opportunity with an established and growing business
Benefits when permanent:
• Pension
• Bonus
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Cycle to Work scheme
• SAYE scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Interested?
If you're an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver with genuine experience handling long lengths of steel, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact Owen Payne Recruitment on 01902 714122 or apply online today.
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