Forklift Operator Jobs in Nottingham NG1 — Register with Team Temping Agency Today
Nottingham's logistics and warehousing sector is expanding at pace, with distribution hubs, retail fulfilment centres and manufacturing sites across NG1, NG2 and the wider East Midlands all actively seeking qualified FLT (Forklift Truck) operators. If you hold a valid counterbalance, reach truck or order picker licence, Team Temping Agency's light industrial division can place you into a role — sometimes on the same day you register.
As a specialist temporary staffing agency with over a decade of experience matching workers to clients across the UK, we pride ourselves on transparency, fair pay above the National Minimum Wage, and fast, no-hassle registration.
🏭 Key Responsibilities for Forklift Operators
Depending on the client site, your day-to-day duties as an FLT operator placed through Team Temping Agency in Nottingham will typically include:
- Operating counterbalance or reach truck forklifts to move and stack palletised goods safely
- Loading and unloading HGV vehicles at goods-in/goods-out bays
- Picking and placing stock in a racked warehouse environment using WMS scanners
- Conducting pre-use vehicle safety checks in line with HSE forklift safety guidelines
- Maintaining accurate stock counts and reporting discrepancies to supervisors
- Keeping aisles, bay areas and operational zones clear of hazards
- Supporting manual warehouse tasks during quieter forklift periods
✅ What You Need to Apply
We welcome applications from both experienced operators and those newly qualified. The essential requirements are:
🪪 Valid FLT Licence
RTITB or ITSSAR accredited counterbalance, reach truck or bendi licence
📋 Right to Work in the UK
Valid passport, share code or BRP confirming eligibility to work
🥾 PPE Ready
Steel toe-cap boots, hi-vis vest and hard hat required on most Nottingham sites
📍 Commutable to NG1
Must be able to reliably reach sites in Nottingham and surrounding NG postcodes
📊 Current FLT Vacancies in Nottingham
| Job Title | Location | Pay Rate | Shift | Apply |
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| Counterbalance Operator | Nottingham NG1 | £13.50/hr | Days | Apply → |
| Reach Truck Driver | Nottingham NG2 | £14.00/hr | Nights | Apply → |
| FLT Operator – Bendi Truck | East Midlands DC | £15.50/hr | Rotating | Apply → |
| Order Picker / FLT Operator | Nottingham NG7 | £13.50/hr | Days | Apply → |
| Warehouse Operative + FLT | Nottingham NG15 | £13.80/hr | Evenings | Apply → |
⭐ Why Choose Team Temping Agency for FLT Work in Nottingham?
When it comes to finding reliable forklift work in Nottingham, choosing the right recruitment partner makes all the difference. Here is why thousands of warehouse and industrial workers trust us:
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Same-Day Placement
Register online and our Nottingham team will match you to a live vacancy within hours, not days.
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Weekly PAYE Pay
All workers are paid weekly via PAYE, with clear payslips and full holiday pay entitlement per ACAS guidelines.
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Ongoing Contracts
Many placements lead to long-term or permanent roles. Learn more about our approach to temp-to-perm.
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Licence Renewal Support
We can signpost you to RTITB-accredited training centres near Nottingham if your licence is due for renewal.
💬 What Our Workers Say
"I registered on Monday and was operating a reach truck in a Nottingham warehouse by Wednesday. The team was brilliant — no messing around."
"Pay is always on time, payslips are clear, and when one contract ended they already had another lined up for me in Nottingham. Highly recommend."
Ready to Start Your Next Forklift Contract in Nottingham?
Nottingham's warehouse and distribution sector continues to offer some of the most consistent and well-paid temporary work in the East Midlands. Whether you are an experienced counterbalance driver with a decade of racking experience, or a newly certified reach truck operator looking for your first placement, Team Temping Agency has the connections, the speed and the professionalism to get you earning quickly.
Our Nottingham specialist team reviews applications daily and prioritises candidates who are available at short notice. Don't let the right vacancy pass you by — register your FLT licence with us today, browse our full jobs board or contact our team to discuss your availability and shift preferences.
📩 Apply for FLT Work in Nottingham →❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Forklift Operator Jobs in Nottingham
Team Temping Agency — Editorial Team
Recruitment Specialists · East Midlands Division
Content produced by Team Temping Agency's in-house recruitment team, drawing on 10+ years of experience placing light industrial and warehouse workers across Nottingham, the East Midlands and nationally. All vacancy data is reviewed weekly. For personalised advice, contact our specialist consultants.