Forklift Driver

Blue Arrow; Arbroath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Arrow in Arbroath is recruiting a Forklift Driver for a busy local site. Immediate start on a temporary contract running until the end of December, with a pay rate of £13.45 per hour. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

The role involves safely operating a forklift, loading/unloading, moving goods around the warehouse and production areas, and supporting goods-in and goods-out processes. Applicants should hold a valid counterbalance forklift licence and have experience in a

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Previous forklift driving experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or production environment.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude.
• Flexible approach to duties when required.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift truck safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload vehicles.
• Transport goods and materials throughout the warehouse and production areas.
• Stack, store and move stock accurately.
• Assist with goods-in and goods-out activities.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment.
• Follow all health and safety procedures at all times.
• Support general warehouse and production duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Health and safety

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Location: Arbroath

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Contract: Temporary Contract - Immediate Start until the end of December

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Forklift Driver to join a busy and well-established local employer in Arbroath. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and reliable individual looking for steady work through to the end of December.

The successful candidate will be responsible for safely operating forklifts, supporting warehouse and production operations, and ensuring goods are moved efficiently throughout the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift truck safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Transporting goods and materials throughout the warehouse and production areas
• Stacking, storing and moving stock accurately
• Assisting with goods-in and goods-out activities
• Conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting defects
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work environment
• Following all health and safety procedures at all times
• Supporting general warehouse and production duties as required

What We Are Looking For

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence
• Previous forklift driving experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or production environment
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude
• Flexible approach to duties when required
• Good communication skills

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