Job summary
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Company: H&J Martin Construction Ltd
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports to: Site Manager
Starting Location: Newry
Join H&J Martin Construction as a Forklift Operator & General Operative
H&J Martin Construction (part of Lagan Specialist Group) is one of Ireland’s longest standing and most successful Building Contractors. We have successfully contributed to the Built Heritage of Ireland, with the delivery of Iconic buildings such as the City Hall in Belfast, the Slieve Donard Hotel in County Down and Arnotts Department store in Dublin.
Role Overview
The Forklift Operator and General Operative will report directly to the Site Manager and will carry out a number of duties necessary for the operation of the site.
What you’ll do
The following reflect the main tasks associated with your position and are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive.
1. Distributing material
2. Placing goods/material in the allocated location on ground and at high level
3. Loading and unloading of deliveries via pallets
4. Emptying forklift tipping skills
5. Perform daily equipment checks (oil, tyres, battery, safety controls) and report defects.
6. General labouring duties
7. Maintaining Health & Safety standards on site
8. Compliance with Health Safety & Environmental Policy
9. Other ad hoc duties commensurate with this position
Job Measurement Data:
10. Undertake job competently and professionally
11. Use working time efficiently and effectively
12. Complete works within specified and agreed timescales
What you’ll bring
Essential:
13. Recent and relevant forklift experience within the construction industry
14. Must hold a relevant CSR / CPCS card and valid forklift license
15. Strong working knowledge of HSQE legislation for the construction industry
16. Possess high aptitude for attention to detail
17. A proactive and flexible working approach with the ability to adapt to changing situations
18. Experience of working in a fast-track project environment
Desirable:
19. Planning, prioritising & organising skills
20. Influencing, negotiation and interpersonal communication
21. Self-assertion and personal impact
22. Decision making & problem solving
23. Ability to work effectively as part of the site team
24. Maintain a proactive approach to the role at all times
What you’ll get
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and work–life balance, including:
25. Generous holiday allowance (with option to buy more)
26. Free annual health checks
27. Health cash plan
28. 24/7 virtual GP and employee assistance programme
29. Life assurance (4× salary)
30. Cycle to Work scheme
31. Paid professional memberships
32. Use of our private Company Gym at Head Office in Belfast
33. Subsidised gym membership
34. Enhanced family leave policies
35. Annual Volunteer Day – to support your choice of volunteering activity
LAGAN SPECIALIST GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITES EMPLOYER - We will not discriminate against anyone on the grounds of Sex, Pregnancy or maternity, Gender reassignment, Marital or Civil Partnership status, Religious or other similar philosophical belief, Political Opinion, Racial group, Sexual orientation, Disability or Age
Please refer to attached job description for more details.
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