FLT Yard Operative

MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED · Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands

FLT Yard Operative at MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED, based in Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands, paying £13.50 - £14.00 per hour. This is a temp to perm role.

Salary
£13.50 - £14.00 per hour
Location
Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands
Contract
Temp to perm
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
31 Oct 2026
Sector
Forklift Driver

21% below the typical rate for forklift driver

Reference https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/flt-yard-operative/

About the role

FLT Yard Operative – Stoke-on-Trent

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an FLT Yard Operative to join our well-known client based in Stoke-on-Trent.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, ongoing work, and genuine opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

Temp-to-perm opportunities are available for the right candidates.

This would suit applicants who have worked as an FLT Driver, Counterbalance Driver, Yard Operative, Warehouse Operative or Recycling Operative.

Rates of Pay:

  • £13.50 per hour

Shift Pattern:

  • Monday to Friday
  • 14:00 – 00:00

Benefits:

Your benefits as an FLT Yard Operative are:

  • Overtime available
  • Weekly pay
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate
  • Friendly working environment
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • Industry-related training provided
  • Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Day-to-Day Duties:

Your duties as an FLT Yard Operative are:

  • Complying with all company Health & Safety policies, procedures and regulations at all times
  • Reporting accidents, incidents, hazards and near misses promptly
  • Working within the baler picking area and removing contamination to ensure bales meet quality standards
  • Monitoring the baler during operation and taking appropriate action to prevent blockages
  • Working within the shredding room, sorting confidential paper and removing contamination from materials being processed
  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping across the yard
  • Cleaning underneath and around the baler daily to ensure a safe and tidy working environment
  • Keeping the shredding room organised, clean and operational at the end of each shift
  • Operating a forklift truck safely and efficiently to support site operations
  • Supporting the wider yard team with operational duties as required
  • Following instructions from supervisors and managers to complete work safely and efficiently

Essential Skills:

To be successful as an FLT Yard Operative, you will need:

  • A valid FLT licence
  • A reliable and hardworking approach to work
  • The ability to work in a busy, hands-on yard environment
  • Good attention to detail, particularly when identifying contamination
  • A good understanding of Health & Safety procedures
  • The ability to maintain a clean and organised working environment
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • The ability to work independently when required
  • A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider operation

Desirable Experience:

  • Previous experience operating baling or shredding equipment
  • Experience working within a recycling, waste management or industrial environment
  • Previous yard or warehouse experience

Training:

  • Industry-related training provided
  • Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply:

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team to find out more.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process

Reference: https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/flt-yard-operative/ · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 31 Oct 2026 · Listed via MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED

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