Yard Operative

We are currently recruiting for a Yard Operative with Forklift for our client in the lifting and marine mooring equipment sector. This is a progressive expanding company.

Counterbalance Forklift certificate essential. B2 would be preferred but B1 will be considered.Slinger Banksman certificates preferred for this role along with experience in working in a heavy plant environment.

The main purpose of the role involves moving various equipment around the yard, loading / offloading lorries and assisting in setting up equipment for test and inspection jobs. A high use of forklifts and appropriate mechanical handling equipment, with a degree of manual handling is required.

Candidates must be able to take instruction, work on their own initiative, be articulate in their work, keen and conscientious.

Main duties include but are not limited to:-

Ensuring that all necessary resources, vehicles, and equipment are used in a safe, correct, and expeditious manner to achieve the stated delivery requirements.

Load and unload delivery vehicles.

Maintain safe working environment, reporting any concerns to management.

Carry out daily checks of Vehicles and report any defects.

Operate equipment as per training and works instructions.

Maintain a high level of housekeeping throughout.

Out of hours working may be required to cover the needs of the business.

Any other relevant duties as directed by line management.

Basic 40hr hour week with overtime thereafter.

Please apply now for this great permanent opportunity.

This vacancy has been placed on behalf of Traill/McKimmmie Recruitment Ltd who operate as an employment agency.