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Counterbalance FLT Driver in Birmingham

On-site in Birmingham·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 12 Nov)

CHEP

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Our summary

Salary
£34,349 a year

About £2,350 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Birmingham
Contract
Full-time
Holiday
25 days holiday + bank holidays

Skills

CHEP is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Birmingham.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Experience as a Counterbalance FLT Driver (busy yard/HGV loading preferred)
  • External FLT licence (RTITB or ITSSAR) is ideal - in-house licences considered
  • Experience with double/triple fork FLTs = big advantage
  • Safety-conscious, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

The role

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world's biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You'll be at the frontline of CHEP in a busy, demanding job. Our supply chain team isn't part of our business. It's the heart of our business. And you can be the power behind it. We connect 300,000 supply chains for some of the world's biggest and best-loved brands.

You'll learn new ways of working, with automation and new technology that'll help you get the job done - and work smarter. Your safety is our number one priority. The team will welcome and respect you for who you are and will support you throughout your journey of growth and accomplishment. In return, we want you to be hands-on, roll up your sleeves and get stuck in.

What you'll do

We're looking for a skilled Counterbalance FLT Driver to join CHEP - the global leader in pallet, crate, and container pooling. You'll operate 4.5-ton triple fork FLTs in a fast-paced yard environment, supporting production and haulier operations.

  • Safely operate FLT trucks to support production & haulier operations
  • Direct visiting vehicles during loading & unloading
  • Maintain smooth flow on production lines within agreed SLAs
  • Assist with manual inspection & repair of yard equipment
  • Report any damage or operational issues promptly
  • Handle and rotate stock safely and efficiently

Job Description

Counterbalance FLT Driver - Days- Birmingham (B37)
Salary: £28,624 + 20% shift allowance = £34,349 per year
Shifts: Monday - Friday, 6AM - 2PM and 2PM - 10PM Rotating weekly
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Why join CHEP?

  • Competitive salary: £34,349 per year (inc. allowance)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (buy/sell options)
  • Enhanced pension (you 5%, CHEP 7.5%)
  • Share scheme (matched 1:1 after 1 year)
  • Life assurance, employee assistance & wellbeing apps
  • Everyday retail discounts platform
  • Volunteer day
  • Excellent training & development opportunities
  • No Nights

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We are committed to being 'Workplace Positive'. This means fostering a diverse working culture, which allows everyone to reach their fullest potential. By harnessing the power of diversity in a truly inclusive culture, we fuel innovation, growth and agility, creating an environment that welcomes people and embraces them as they are, for who they are. Please visit Diversity, Equity & Inclusion / CHEP to hear from our employees around the world on how they bring their authentic selves to work each day and use their individuality to contribute to a culture where we can all be different together.

About CHEP

Industry
Supply Chain Solutions
Founded
1958
Employees
10,000–20,000
Headquarters
Melbourne, Australia

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