What To Look Out For When Choosing A Recruitment Partner?
Choosing the right recruitment agency can make all the difference in securing top talent and ensuring smooth operations for your business. Whether you’re in transport, logistics, or another industry, it’s crucial to partner with an agency that understands your needs and delivers a high-quality service. Here are key factors to consider when selecting a recruitment… Read more »
Elite Earns ‘Committed’ Status from the ALP Good Practice Principles
We’re proud to share that Elite has been officially recognised as a Committed Business Partner under the ALP Good Practice Principles — a benchmark that reinforces our continued dedication to fair, ethical and responsible recruitment. The Association of Labour Providers (ALP) developed the Good Practice Principles to raise standards across the recruitment industry — with… Read more »
Responsible Recruitment Toolkit Partner for 2025
We’re delighted to announce we’re now recognised as a Responsible Recruitment Toolkit Partner for 2025, evidencing our commitment towards responsible recruitment at Elite. The Responsible Recruitment Tool (RRT) is an unparalleled online capacity building tool to help businesses understand, achieve and demonstrate responsible recruitment. RRT is an initiative of not for profit organisation Stronger Together…. Read more »
Top 5 Mistakes Businesses Make When Hiring Warehouse Operatives
Recruiting warehouse staff may seem straightforward – but small mistakes can create big operational problems down the line. Here are the top five hiring pitfalls businesses often make, and how working with Elite helps you avoid them: 1. Rushing the recruitment processWaiting until the last minute leads to poor hiring decisions. Elite helps businesses plan… Read more »
Seasonal Peaks in Warehousing: How to Build a Flexible, Ready-to-Go Workforce
Busy seasons – like Black Friday, Christmas, or new product launches – can put enormous pressure on warehouse operations. Without a flexible workforce ready to scale up quickly, businesses risk falling behind – and losing valuable customers. The challenges of seasonal peaks Why flexibility is crucialWhen peak periods hit, businesses need operatives who can step… Read more »
Why Reliable Warehouse Staff Are the Backbone of Any Logistics Operation
Behind every successful logistics operation is a team of reliable, hard-working warehouse staff keeping everything moving smoothly.While drivers, dispatchers, and planners are all crucial, it’s often the warehouse operatives who form the foundation that everything else relies on. Why warehouse staff matter so much Why reliability is non-negotiableAn unreliable warehouse team doesn’t just cause inconvenience… Read more »
Why Partnering with a Specialist Recruiter Leads to Better FLT Driver Placements
Recruiting forklift drivers isn’t as simple as ticking off a checklist. Warehouse operations are fast-paced, safety-critical environments – and getting the wrong hire can quickly become a costly mistake. That’s why working with a specialist recruiter makes all the difference. General recruiters vs specialist recruitersA generalist agency may understand broad recruitment processes – but they… Read more »
The Cost of Forklift Accidents and How Hiring the Right Driver Can Reduce Risk
Forklift accidents can be costly – not just financially, but operationally and reputationally too.Hiring the right FLT driver is one of the simplest and most effective ways to minimise these risks. The real costs of forklift accidents How poor recruitment increases your riskRushing recruitment, skipping checks, or hiring drivers with limited experience greatly increases the… Read more »
What to Look for When Hiring an FLT Driver
When recruiting FLT (Forklift Truck) drivers, it’s easy to focus solely on licences and certifications. But the truth is, technical qualifications are just the starting point. If you want to hire drivers who will truly add value to your operation – and protect your business – there are a few more essential qualities to look… Read more »
Top 5 Compliance Mistakes Companies Make When Hiring Van Drivers
Hiring a van driver isn’t just about speed – it’s about protecting your business too.Compliance mistakes can be costly, both financially and reputationally. Here are five common compliance pitfalls we see – and how Elite helps you avoid them: 1. Skipping Right-to-Work ChecksEmploying someone who doesn’t have the legal right to work in the UK… Read more »
What Makes a Great Van Driver?
When it comes to recruiting van drivers, it’s about far more than simply holding the right licence. The best drivers bring a blend of skill, attitude, and professionalism that helps protect your brand on the road. Here are five key qualities to look for when hiring your next van driver: 1. ReliabilityA van driver’s role… Read more »