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Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver – HGV Training provided
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Permanent
Buckshaw Village, Chorley
Posted on 6 October 2026
32000 USD / Year
Job Ref: 028/01040
Salary: £32,000.00 per year
Warehouse Operative / Counterbalance FLT Driver – HGV Training provided
Location: Buckshaw Village
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Hours: 06:20am – 3:30pm
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Job Type: Temp to Perm
HGV Training: Fully Provided
Start: Immediate
Driver Hire Preston are recruiting on behalf of their established client based in Buckshaw Village, who specialises in the distribution of insulation products.
We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative with a valid Counterbalance FLT Certificate to join their team on a 12-week temp-to-perm basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term career rather than just another warehouse job. As part of the role, the successful candidate will be given the opportunity to train and qualify as an HGV Driver, with all required training provided.
The Role
You will initially work through Driver Hire Preston for 12 weeks, before transferring to their client as a permanent employee following successful completion of the temp-to-perm period.
Your Day-to-day Warehouse Duties Will Include
- General warehouse duties
- Picking and preparing orders for dispatch
- Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
- Loading and unloading vehicles
- Manual handling of insulation products
- Moving and organising stock within the warehouse
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
- Assisting other members of the warehouse team as required
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This is a physical role, so applicants must be comfortable with regular manual handling and physically capable of lifting products safely.
HGV Driver Training & Career Progression
A key part of this opportunity is the potential to progress into HGV driving.
The successful candidate must be willing to undertake training to become a qualified HGV Driver. All necessary training will be provided, giving you the opportunity to gain an additional professional qualification and develop your career within the business.
Once qualified, you will be required to carry out HGV driving duties when needed, alongside your usual responsibilities.
Because of this, we’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about developing their skills and is genuinely interested in progressing into a driving role.
Hours & Salary
You’ll Work a Consistent Monday To Friday Schedule
06:30am – 3:30pm
The Salary For The Position Is
£32,000 per annum
The role will begin on a 12-week temp-to-perm basis through Driver Hire Preston, with the successful candidate transferring permanently to their client after completing the initial 12 weeks.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, you must:
- Hold a valid Counterbalance FLT Certificate
- Have previous warehouse experience
- Be physically fit and capable of carrying out regular manual handling and lifting
- Be willing to undertake training to become a qualified HGV Driver
- Be willing to carry out HGV driving duties once trained and when required by the business
- Be reliable and punctual
- Have a strong work ethic
- Have a positive attitude towards work
- Be willing to learn and develop new skills
- Be comfortable working as part of a busy warehouse team
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Why Apply?
This isn’t just a warehouse position – it’s an opportunity to develop a long-term career with additional qualifications and progression into HGV driving.
You’ll benefit from a £32,000 annual salary, consistent Monday-to-Friday daytime hours, a genuine permanent opportunity and HGV driver training provided by the company.
About Driver Hire
Driver Hire specialises in the recruitment and supply of temporary and permanent staff and has been supporting businesses and candidates across the UK for 40 years.
At Driver Hire Preston, we work closely with our candidates to match them with opportunities that suit their experience, skills and long-term career goals.
If you’re a reliable and hardworking warehouse operative with a Counterbalance FLT Certificate and you’re interested in developing your career by training to become an HGV Driver, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply via this listing and either Amy or Simon will be in touch.
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