https://jobs.co.uk/job/heavy-flt-machine-operative-west-riding-recruitment--edf1f14f-798d-4fd0-9d87-82af9ab7d180 RSS feed for Heavy FLT / Machine Operative at West Riding Recruitment. en-gb Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:21:50 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/heavy-flt-machine-operative-west-riding-recruitment--edf1f14f-798d-4fd0-9d87-82af9ab7d180 https://jobs.co.uk/job/heavy-flt-machine-operative-west-riding-recruitment--edf1f14f-798d-4fd0-9d87-82af9ab7d180 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 11:52:29 GMT Location: Shuttlewood | Salary: 12.80-12.80 Hourly | Type: Permanent | Counterbalance FLT Driver (8 Tonne) / Machine Operative Chesterfield (S44) Monday to Friday Ongoing Temporary RoleWe''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 RoleThis 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 efficientlyMoving and loading large cable drums around the production areaFeeding cable from large mother drums onto smaller customer drums using winding machineryMonitoring the winding process to ensure products meet customer specificationsMeasuring and preparing cable orders accuratelyCarrying out quality checksMaintaining a clean and safe working environmentFollowing all health and safety procedures What We''re Looking ForEssential:... Permanent