Counterbalance Forklift Operator - UK

Euro Auctions UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auction house in the UK is seeking a skilled forklift driver to assist with the safe movement of equipment in the auction yard. The role requires physical fitness to navigate large equipment and proficiency in English. The ideal candidate will possess a counterbalance forklift license and have experience working in busy environments. Competitive pay and overtime options are available.

Benefits

Competitive Rate of Pay

Increased Overtime Rate

Christmas Shutdown

Qualifications

• Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Physically fit to handle large equipment.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe movement of equipment in the auction yard.
• Assist with stock preparation for auctions.
• Support smooth operations during auctions.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift license

Experienced forklift driver

Good communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Knowledge of heavy equipment

Job description

Euro Auctions conducts unreserved auctions of industrial plant, construction equipment and agricultural machinery on a global basis with sites in the UK, Europe, UAE, Australia, and US. We are the market leader in Europe, holding more sales and selling more lots per sale than any other auction house.

Key Activities:

• Safe movement of equipment and machinery in the auction yard.
• Assisting with movement of stock to prepare for line up and loading.
• Assisting in yard operations to ensure the smooth running of all auctions.

The Person:

Due to the nature of this role, you must be able to work both indoors and outdoors year-round and be physically fit to climb on and off large equipment.

• Competitive Rate of Pay
• Increased Overtime Rate.
• Christmas Shutdown.

The Requirements

• Counterbalance Forklift license.
• Experienced forklift driver with a sound knowledge of a busy yard or site.
• Good communication skills and fluent in English.
• Ability to take instruction as well as working independently on own initiative and follow Health and Safety legislation.
• Prior experience operating and knowledge of all types of heavy equipment and trucks is desirable.

*This role is not open to agency submissions*

Euro Auctions are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Euro Auctions thank all applicants in advance, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.