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Pertemps North Midlands

Yard Operative / Counterbalance FLT Driver – Measham

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Yard Operative / Counterbalance FLT Driver to join our client’s team in Measham on a temporary-to-permanent basis.
This is a hands-on, physically demanding role combining Counterbalance FLT operation, waste handling and general yard/site duties.
The successful candidate will need to be physically fit, safety-conscious and confident working in an outdoor yard environment.

Working Hours
Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 16:30
Friday: 06:00 – 12:00
30-minute unpaid break

Pay Rate
£14.01 per hour

Key Responsibilities
  • Operating a Counterbalance FLT safely and efficiently around the yard and site.
  • Emptying 1100-litre waste bins into compactors.
  • Moving full waste barrels onto pallets and preparing them for collection.
  • Decanting waste into skips and carrying out general waste-handling duties.
  • Loading waste barrels onto lorries, including a scheduled monthly collection.
  • Moving IBCs containing water/oil safely around site.
  • Assisting with monthly tanker collections.
  • Carrying out general housekeeping and keeping the yard and site clean, tidy and organised.
  • Carrying out live loads, including transferring liquid/paste denature from the skimmer room to the rear service yard using an open mini skip.
  • Safely transporting materials downhill from the skimmer room to the rear service yard.
  • Following all site procedures, risk assessments and health & safety requirements.
  • Working safely around waste, liquids, vehicles and other site operations.
  • Assisting with other general yard duties as required.
Requirements
  • Valid Counterbalance FLT licence/certificate and demonstrable experience.
  • Previous experience in a yard, waste, industrial or warehouse environment is advantageous.
  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and moving heavy/full barrels.
  • Confident working outdoors and carrying out physically demanding duties.
  • Comfortable handling waste materials and working around skips, compactors and IBCs.
  • Confident and safety-conscious when carrying out live loading operations.
  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong understanding of workplace health and safety.
  • A flexible approach to general yard and site duties.
Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver/Yard Operative looking for a long-term position with the potential to become permanent.
If you have the relevant FLT experience and are looking for a varied, hands-on role, apply today with your CV or contact us for more information.
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