Full time Contract

FLT Drivers

Pertemps Telford
Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF3 4NF
money-bag £27684 - £31844 per annum
Posted: 20 July 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 19 August 2026
Ref: 60454289

About the Role

FLT Drivers are required for a long‑term contract in Telford, working fixed 12‑hour shifts on either days or nights until March 2027. The role involves operating counterbalance forklifts to support warehouse and production operations, including moving stock, loading and unloading vehicles, and maintaining material flow across the site. Day shifts pay £13.31 per hour, while night shifts attract a 13.64% premium, bringing the rate to £15.13. Full‑time positions are available with rotating patterns covering Monday to Saturday plus alternate Sundays. Experienced drivers with a valid counterbalance licence will find this a stable, well‑structured assignment with consistent hours and a competitive salary ranging from £27,684 to £31,844 per annum.

Counterbalance Forklift Drivers – 12‑Hour Shifts (Days & Nights) – Telford
Pay: £13.31 per hour (Days) / £15.13 Night Shift Premium
Contract: Fixed until March 2027
Hours: 7:30 – 19:30 or 19:30 – 7:30 
Location: Telford
The Role
We’re recruiting experienced counterbalance forklift drivers to join a long‑term shift rota running until March 2027. You’ll be supporting warehouse and production operations, moving stock safely, loading/unloading, and keeping materials flowing across site.
This is a stable, well‑structured role with fixed 12‑hour shifts and a night‑shift premium.
Shift Patterns Available
Dayshift (£13.31 per hour)

  • Monday–Tuesday–Wednesday + every other Sunday
  • Thursday–Friday–Saturday + every other Sunday
Nightshift (£13.31 + 13.64% premium)
  • Sunday–Monday–Tuesday + every other Saturday
All shifts run 7:30 to 7:30.
Key Responsibilities
  • Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently
  • Loading and unloading vehicles
  • Moving stock, pallets and materials across site
  • Supporting production and warehouse flow
  • Following site safety procedures and reporting hazards
  • Maintaining housekeeping standards
Requirements
  • Valid counterbalance FLT licence
  • Previous forklift experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work 12‑hour shifts
  • Good communication and reliability
  • Strong awareness of health & safety
If you’re interested, please apply now! 

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