Our client is seeking a reliable and proactive Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative to join their dynamic team. This role involves manual handling and heavy lifting.
Job Objectives
Provide vital support to daily company operations, ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and team goals.
Assist with the efficient running of the Operations and Yard departments.
Possession of a valid forklift licence is essential.
Operational Duties (including, but not limited to):
Attend the daily Toolbox Talk at 7:30 am promptly.
Maintain a clean, safe yard environment by minimising risks and promptly reporting any concerns to the Operations Management Team, both verbally and through the Near Miss and Damages procedures.
Carry out regular servicing, inspection, and maintenance of all equipment.
Undertake any tasks within the scope of the role as directed by line management.
Prepare equipment for jobs as requested by the Operations Management Team.
Pick equipment accurately according to load lists.
Load and unload equipment from various vehicles, including counterbalance forklifts and telehandlers.
Secure loads to trailers and kit to stillages using ratchet straps safely.
Ensure trailers are strapped in accordance with VOSA regulations.
Collaborate with operations personnel to monitor and maintain stock levels.
Ensure stock is serviced and ready for despatch.
Participate actively in annual stock audits and asset identification.
Carry out manual handling of stock, scaffolding, and equipment safely and correctly.
Administrative Duties (including, but not limited to):
Follow yard procedures for equipment labelling accurately.
Complete all documentation related to near misses, accident reporting, and damages with precision.
Ensure load lists are fully and accurately completed.
Inform Line Management promptly of any items not returned from site.
Report stock shortages and required consumables to Line Management without delay.
Health & Safety (including, but not limited to):
Actively promote and uphold Health and Safety standards within the workplace.
Maintain awareness of all Health & Safety documentation relevant to your role, including the Health & Safety Policy.
Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your actions or omissions.
Report any equipment defects or environmental hazards immediately to your line manager.
Notify your line manager of any workplace accidents without delay.
Fully comply with your responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act.
General Responsibilities and Expectations (including, but not limited to):
Work in alignment with the organisation’s mission, vision, strategic plans, policies, and procedures.
Conduct yourself professionally at all times, reflecting positively on the company.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
Be proactive in supporting continuous improvement through effective communication and adherence to procedures.
Training and Development (including, but not limited to):
Participate fully in training and development activities in accordance with the company’s training plan and mandatory requirements.
Attend and contribute to supervision sessions and an annual personal review.
Salary
Up to £28,000 per annum, with an expectation to undertake some overtime during the busy summer period. Current overtime rates are as follows:
Monday to Friday – time worked beyond your contractual eight hours per day will be paid at 1.5 times your standard hourly rate.
Saturday – 1.5 times your standard hourly rate, irrespective of hours worked.
Sunday – 1.5 times your standard hourly rate, irrespective of hours worked.
Bank Holidays – double your standard hourly rate.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Standard working hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, including a 30-minute lunch break – 40 hours per week