FLT Driver

E3 Recruitment is looking to recruit a FLT Driver for an immediate start to join a well-established leading manufacturing business at its facility in the Birtley area of Chester-le-Street.

The ideal candidate for this position will have previous experience of operating a Fork Lift Truck with B1 Licence, working in a fast-paced, heavy industry manufacturing environment.

What’s in it for you as an FLT Driver:

Hours of work: Monday – Friday DAYS ONLY 6AM – 2PM (early finish Friday at 1PM) 39 hours a week £12.71 per hour, increasing to £14.16 after 12 weeks Overtime paid at a premium of 1.5x and 2x Location: Birtley Ongoing temp-to-perm opportunity with a well-established PLC manufacturer.


FLT responsibilities:

Operation of FLT Support with the running of a production facility General maintenance and housekeeping tasks around the site Complying with all Company Health, Safety & Environmental systems, and reporting procedures.


Essential Qualifications and Experience for FLT Driver:

Experience of operating a Fork Lift Truck with B1 Licence A good understanding of industry Health, Safety and Environmental standards Ability to work within a busy team environment


If interested, please apply now...


  • Location: Birtley, England
  • Salary: £12.71 - £14.16 per hour + Overtime at a premium
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: E3 Recruitment
  • Posted: 06-Oct-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com