FLT Driver

  • Temporary
  • Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
  • Posted: 21st September 2026
  • Salary: Up to £15.05 per hour + Enhanced overtime
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17791
  • Industry:
  • Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

DAYS ONLY, Monday to Friday, 1:30pm to 10:00pm. joining a recognised industry leader as an FLT Driver. We are looking for a reliable and proactive FLT Driver who enjoys working as part of a team, maintaining high standards and supporting continuous improvement. In return, you’ll receive excellent training, development opportunities and the chance to secure a permanent position.

What’s in it for you as an FLT Driver

  • £15.05 per hour
  • Monday to Friday, 1:30pm to 10:00pm
  • Overtime available at enhanced rates of 1.5x and 2x after 48 hours
  • 3-month temporary-to-permanent opportunity
  • 31 days’ holiday pro rata, increasing upon permanent employment
  • Days only – no night shifts
  • Training provided
  • Location: Whittlesey, commutable from Peterborough, Stamford, Huntingdon, March, Spalding, Bourne, Wisbech, Grantham, Oundle, Ely, Corby, Kettering, Bedford and Northampton

Requirements for an FLT Driver

  • Valid Fork Lift Truck (FLT) licence
  • Previous manufacturing or production experience desirable
  • Ability to work to quality and safety standards
  • Experience monitoring machinery and reporting faults
  • Comfortable carrying out product quality checks
  • Full UK driving licence due to site location

Main Responsibilities of an FLT Driver

  • Safely and efficiently operate Fork Lift Trucks
  • Operate production machinery, with full training provided
  • Produce high-quality products in line with required standards
  • Monitor machinery performance and report any issues
  • Carry out product quality checks and escalate concerns where required
  • Carry out manual handling and movement of products
  • Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and support 5S activities, including daily cleaning
  • Work as part of a multi-skilled production team within a modern manufacturing environment

This FLT Driver role is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business offering long-term prospects, ongoing training and the opportunity to secure a permanent position.

If you hold a valid Fork Lift Truck licence and are interested in this opportunity, please apply today.

Thank you,

Fiona
E3 Recruitment

 
 

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