FLT Counterbalance Driver

FLT Driver/General Operative

Allerton Bywater, Castleford (WF10)
£13.32 per hour + OT opportunities
Full-time, Temp to Perm

Join a leading recycling company and build a long-term career!

We’re recruiting FLT Drivers/General Operatives to join our client’s busy recycling site in Allerton Bywater, Castleford. This is a great chance to work in a clean, modern facility with excellent training and career development.

What’s on offer

Pay: £13.32 per hourOvertime: Paid at x1.5–x3Hours: Rotating shifts, Monday–Friday6am–2pm2pm–10pm10pm–6amNo weekendsFree onsite parking, gym & showersFull training and career progression

The role

Working on production and recycling linesFeeding materials onto conveyorsOperating a Counterbalance FLT (around 30% of the role)Stacking, sorting, and organising materialsSupporting machine operationsFollowing health & safety proceduresCompleting basic paperwork

What we’re looking for

Valid accredited Counterbalance FLT licenceReliable, punctual, and team-focusedPositive attitude and willingness to learnLooking for full-time, long-term work

Start a stable and rewarding career in the recycling industry today!

Apply now to join a friendly, growing team.

Aqumen Recruitment is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this vacancy.



  • Location: Allerton Bywater, West Yorkshire, England
  • Salary: £13.32 - 13.32 per hour
  • Type: Contract
  • Recruiter: Aqumen Recruitment
  • Posted: 11-Nov-2025
  • Posted on: careers4a.com