Ashton Recruitment are hiring a Forklift Driver for our client based in Belfast Harbour, our client offers a great working environment along with various training opportunities to upskill. This position will be full time with a view of becoming permanent after 12 weeks probationary period. Position: Forklift DriverLocation: Belfast HarbourDuration: Temporary to PermanentRate of Pay: £16.30 per hour Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm Duties will include (but not limited to):Operating a range of forklift trucks - including various sizes and configurations, with full training provided where necessary to ensure safe and efficient handling of materials.Unloading steel from ships - following strict safety protocols, using the appropriate equipment and techniques to manage heavy loads.Loading and off-loading steel trailers - preparing customer orders for transportation, ensuring all loads are secure and accurately documented.General stevedoring duties - assisting with the safe movement, stacking, and storage of steel products within the yard and warehouse environment.Material handling & stock control - moving goods to designated storage locations, conducting visual checks for quality and reporting any damage or irregularities.Equipment checks & maintenance - carrying out daily pre-use inspections of forklifts and reporting any mechanical issues immediately to the supervisor.Adhering to all Health & Safety procedures - wearing the required PPE, following site safety rules, and actively contributing to a safe working environment.Assisting team members - working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure efficient operations and meeting tight deadlines.Flexibility to meet operational demands - including occasional overtime and assisting in other operational areas when required.Supporting training and upskilling - being open to learning how to operate other machinery such as a Combi Lift or other port/yard equipment.Essential Criteria:Valid Combi Lift license2 Years previous experience operating a combi lift Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Business. Skills:Forklift Combi Lift Warehouse Logistics Unloading Flexibility Health and SafetyWHJS1_NI