FLT Driver

JACKSON HOGG · North-East

FLT Driver at JACKSON HOGG, based in North-East. This is a temp to perm role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
North-East
Contract
Temp to perm
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
19 Nov 2026
Sector
Forklift Driver

Reference 16661

About the role

FLT Driver

£15.25 per hour | 2 Shift Rotation | Temp to Perm Opportunity

Jackson Hogg are recruiting for an experienced FLT Driver to join a growing manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous forklift experience within a warehouse or production environment looking for long-term work with a clear path to permanent employment.

Following a paid induction on dayshift, you will move straight onto a 2-shift rotation, attracting an enhanced hourly rate of £15.25 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating forklift trucks safely and efficiently within a manufacturing environment
  • Loading and unloading goods
  • Moving, storing and issuing materials to production teams
  • Ensuring materials are delivered to the correct locations
  • Supporting assembly and production departments with material handling
  • Maintaining accurate stock movements and inventory records
  • Adhering to all health and safety procedures

Requirements

  • Valid FLT licence
  • Previous experience operating forklifts within a warehouse, logistics or manufacturing environment
  • Strong awareness of health and safety regulations
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
  • Good organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Experience using inventory or warehouse management systems is desirable but not essential

Hours of Work

Initial Induction

Dayshift

  • Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Friday: 8:00am - 12:30pm

2 Shift Rotation (20% Shift Premium)

Week 1 (Early Shift)

  • Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:30pm
  • Friday: 6:00am - 12:30pm

Week 2 (Back Shift)

  • Monday to Thursday: 2:30pm - 11:00pm
  • Friday: 12:30pm - 7:00pm

Average 38.5 hours per week.

Pay & Benefits

Temporary Workers

  • £15.25 per hour on shift pattern
  • Overtime paid at:
    • 1.5x Monday to Saturday
    • 2x Sunday
  • 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Free on-site parking
  • Kitchen facilities
  • Safe and supportive working environment

Permanent Benefits (Following Successful Transfer)

  • Death in Service cover (2x annual salary)
  • Pension scheme (5% employee / 4% employer)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • 24/7 GP Service
  • Wellbeing support services
  • Discounted gym membership

Apply Today

If you're a licensed FLT Driver with manufacturing or warehouse experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent benefits and overtime potential, we'd like to hear from you. Immediate starts available.

Reference: 16661 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 19 Nov 2026 · Listed via JACKSON HOGG

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