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Permanent

Heavy FLT / Machine Operative

West Riding Recruitment
Shuttlewood
money-bag £12.80/hour
Posted: 10 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 09 August 2026
Ref: 225355972

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

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