Job Description

Forklift Operator

Location - Peterhead

Duration - 4 months (est), 40 hrs per week

Roles & Responsibilities

General

• Conduct daily checks and complete associated compliance documentation.
• Perform forklift duties as per operational requirements.
• Visually inspect all cargo prior to lifting in compliance with procedure, with particular emphasis on snagging hazards or loose objects, and capture all non-compliant cargo, reporting back to the relevant responsible person.
• Safely load/offload cargo to/from vehicles.
• Ensure the correct use of forklifts and lifting equipment as set out in legislative and procedural policy; if authorised to carry out lifting activities, ensure that they are carried out in accordance with the Company’s Group Operating Procedures and Global Lifting Procedures.
• Ensure that formal procedures, standing instructions and safety standards are complied with at all times.
• Must be available to work at other locations; this includes other client locations as required.
• Must be flexible regarding working additional hours as required due to operational requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Counterbalance Forklift Certificate
• Full Driving License
• Manual Handling (Desirable) 
• HASAWA Awareness (Desirable)