FLT / PPT Driver

The Best Connection
Newcastle upon Tyne

FLT & PPT Driver

Location: Longbenton

We are currently recruiting experienced FLT and PPT Drivers to join a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse operation in Longbenton . This role offers ongoing work, varied shifts, and competitive pay rates with enhanced Sunday pay after parity.

Shift Pattern

  • Days
  • Backs
  • Nights
  • Occasional weekends
  • Flexibility across shifts is required

Pay Rates

Pre-Parity (First 12 Weeks):

  • Day Shift: £12.21 per hour
  • Back Shift: £13.21 per hour
  • Night Shift: £13.21 per hour

Parity Rates (After 12 Weeks Worked):

  • Day Shift: £12.41 per hour
  • Back Shift: £13.96 per hour
  • Night Shift: £15.51 per hour
  • Double time on Sundays

The Role

  • Operating PPT and FLT Counterbalance safely and efficiently
  • Working on the factory floor, including use of a baler machine
  • Disposing of waste and moving stock around site
  • Supporting general warehouse and production tasks
  • Adhering to all site health & safety standards and procedures

The Candidate

  • Minimum 1 year's experience operating PPT and FLT Counterbalance
  • Valid, in-date PPT and FLT Counterbalance licences
  • Flexible to work both day and night shifts as part of a rota
  • Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks
  • Independent FLT/ PPT Driver license required
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude

Benefits of Working with The Best Connection

  • Ongoing, consistent assignments
  • 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant
  • Online payslips and holiday accrual
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Access to 'Perks at Work' temporaryworker benefits

Interested?

Apply now to register online and secure your place in a fast-paced, supportive manufacturing team in Longbenton

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Posted 2026-03-24

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