Thorn Baker Recruitment
Production Operative FLT Driver
DE4 2LP
Key information
- Pay
- £20.37 to £20.37 an hour
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Temporary
- Workplace arrangement
- On-site
- Posted date
- 28 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Nov 2026
About this role
Continental Shift Operator / Counterbalance FLT Driver – Darley Dale
£20.37 per hour | Continental 4-on/4-off Pattern | Temp to Perm
Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are recruiting for a Continental Shift Operator / Counterbalance FLT Driver to join a well-established industrial recycling operation in Darley Dale, Derbyshire.
This is a varied, hands-on role within a busy battery recycling facility, combining Counterbalance FLT driving with battery sorting, auditing and general production duties.
Please note
this is not a full-time FLT driving position. You will also be required to work along the production conveyor, sorting and auditing batteries as part of the recycling process.
The Role
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Operating a B1 Counterbalance Forklift Truck when required to move materials around the site.
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Sorting batteries along the production conveyor.
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Auditing and inspecting batteries as part of the recycling process.
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Supporting production operations and maintaining the flow of materials.
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Carrying out general operational duties as required.
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Following site health and safety procedures at all times.
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Wearing the required PPE, including respiratory protection where necessary.
What We're Looking For
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A valid
B1 Counterbalance FLT licence.
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Previous Counterbalance FLT driving experience.
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A reliable, hardworking and flexible approach.
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The ability to work in a hot, dusty and physically demanding industrial environment.
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Willingness to undertake a combination of forklift driving, battery sorting, auditing and production duties.
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A strong commitment to health and safety.
Hours and Pay
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Pay
£20.37 per hour (£16.00 basic rate + £4.37 shift premium).
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Shift pattern
Continental 4-on/4-off rotation.
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Two day shifts
06:00–18:00.
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Two night shifts
18:00–06:00.
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Four days off before the next rotation.
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After seven rotations, an
18-day rostered break.
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Contract
Temporary to permanent opportunity.
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Location
Darley Dale, Derbyshire.
Important Information
This role involves a combination of FLT driving and hands-on production work. You will not be driving a forklift for the entire shift, so you must be comfortable carrying out battery sorting, auditing and general duties on the production line.
The recruitment process includes a site tour, blood test and occupational health monitoring. Candidates must be comfortable working in a heavy industrial environment, wearing full PPE including overalls and a respiratory mask for their full shifts.
Apply Today
If you hold a valid Counterbalance FLT licence and are looking for a long-term opportunity with competitive pay and a continental shift pattern, click Apply Now!
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