Forklift Driver

LJF Coatings; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

LJF Coatings, a leading industrial coatings specialist, seeks a Forklift Driver for a full-time role in Aberdeen. The ideal candidate will manage material handling operations, ensuring adherence to safety and efficiency standards in a busy warehouse environment. Proficiency in forklift operation and a valid certification are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial or warehouse setting is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily material handling operations.
• Includes shipping & receiving, unloading trucks, and packing materials.
• Ensuring safety standards during product movement.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Material Handling

Shipping & Receiving

Packing

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Valid Forklift Operator Certification/License

Job description

Company Description

LJF Coatings is a multi-sector industrial coatings specialist supporting energy, renewables, construction, agriculture, and aerospace industries. Our Ellon site focuses on specialist pipeline and epoxy coatings with extensive facilities to handle large-scale projects. Our Dyce site specializes in shot blasting, powder coating, wet painting, and zinc phosphating, with significant investments enhancing capacity and efficiency. Both locations are committed to energy efficiency and sustainability, certified under ISO 9001, 14001, and 18001 standards. Together, our team of 75 is dedicated to quality management, environmental sustainability, and occupational health and safety.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Forklift Driver located in Aberdeen. The Forklift Driver will be responsible for daily material handling operations, including shipping & receiving, unloading trucks, packing materials, and forklift operation. The role involves safely and efficiently moving products in the warehouse and yard, ensuring accuracy and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Forklift Operation and Material Handling skills
• Experience in Shipping & Receiving and Unloading
• Proficiency in Packing
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Previous experience in an industrial or warehouse setting is a plus
• Valid forklift operator certification/license