Full time

FLT Reach Drivers

Pertemps Birmingham Commercial
Aston, Borough of Wokingham, RG9 3DS
money-bag £15.16 per hour
Posted: 24 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 23 September 2026
Ref: 60728919

About the Role

FLT Reach Drivers are required for a full-time position in Aston, paying £15.16 per hour with premium overtime rates. This role sits within a busy automotive manufacturing operation, where you will operate a reach truck to move components, stillages, and materials, ensuring production lines remain continuously supplied. The working pattern rotates between 06:00–13:30 and 13:30–21:00. Applicants must hold a valid reach truck licence; additional licences are a bonus. This is a hands-on, long-term placement with Pertemps Birmingham Commercial, accessible from Hockley, Perry Barr, and Central Birmingham. You will keep operations flowing smoothly through accurate, efficient material handling.

Experienced FLT Reach Drivers Wanted
Reach Truck – Additional Licences a Bonus
North Birmingham – Easily accessible from Hockley, Aston, Perry Barr & Central Birmingham
£15.16 per hour + Premium Overtime Rates
Rotating Shifts: 06:00–13:30 / 13:30–21:00
Are you an experienced FLT Reach Driver looking for a long-term opportunity within a busy automotive manufacturing operation?
We are recruiting for experienced Reach Truck Drivers to join a fast-paced automotive logistics operation in North Birmingham. This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in keeping production lines supplied and ensuring manufacturing continues without interruption.
You will be operating a Reach Truck throughout a busy manufacturing environment, moving automotive components, stillages and materials between warehouse areas and production lines.
Previous experience of line feeding within a manufacturing or automotive environment is highly desirable.
Candidates who also hold Counterbalance, Bendi/Flexi or other FLT licences will have an advantage.
Key Responsibilities

  • Operating an FLT Reach Truck safely and efficiently throughout a busy automotive manufacturing facility.
  • Line feeding production areas, ensuring components and materials are delivered to production on time.
  • Moving automotive parts, stillages, pallets and returnable packaging around the site.
  • Working within a busy, high-volume manufacturing environment alongside production teams, pedestrians and other FLT operators.
  • Supporting Just-In-Time (JIT) production processes and ensuring production lines remain fully supplied.
  • Collecting finished materials and returning empty stillages and packaging to designated areas.
  • Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently when required.
  • Replenishing stock and carrying out material movements between warehouse and production areas.
  • Supporting goods-in, stock movements and general warehouse operations.
  • Following strict site safety procedures and maintaining a high standard of housekeeping.
  • Working both on and off the truck when required.
What We're Looking For
  • Valid FLT Reach Truck licence, issued or refreshed within the last 3 years.
  • Minimum 12 months' recent Reach Truck experience.
  • Previous experience in automotive, manufacturing or high-volume logistics is highly desirable.
  • Experience of line feeding production or supplying manufacturing lines is strongly preferred.
  • Confident operating a Reach Truck within a busy manufacturing environment.
  • Good awareness of pedestrian and vehicle safety.
  • Reliable, flexible and comfortable working to production deadlines.
  • Able to work as part of a busy team while maintaining high safety and productivity standards.
Additional FLT Licences – Advantageous
Candidates who also hold any of the following licences are encouraged to apply:
  • Counterbalance
  • Bendi/Flexi
  • Other recognised FLT qualifications
What We Offer
  • £15.16 per hour
  • Premium overtime rates
  • Rotating shifts: 06:00–13:30 / 13:30–21:00
  • Long-term, ongoing employment
  • Genuine opportunities for progression
  • Supportive management team
  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a major automotive supply chain operation
Apply Today
If you're an experienced FLT Reach Driver with a strong background in line feeding, automotive logistics or manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or send your CV to birminghamindustrial@pertemps.co.uk for immediate consideration.
Don't miss out – apply today!

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