Forklift Driver

Apex Resources Ltd; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Resources Ltd. in East Kilbride is seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to safely operate forklifts, move goods, and support shipping and receiving. The role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and ability to work with the warehouse management system.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, inspecting equipment, and maintaining an orderly, compliant warehouse environment. Full-time hours with a 13.75 GBP/hour rate and regular shifts from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse setting with shipping/receiving duties.
• Proficient in operating forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Capable of heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems for inventory tracking.
• Basic maths skills for counting/inventory management.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to load and unload materials.
• Perform shipping and receiving duties, including checking incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Handle materials with care, ensuring storage in the warehouse management system.
• Assist in heavy lifting tasks, adhering to safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment, complying with health and safety standards.

Skills

Forklift ops

Shipping receiving

Heavy lifting

WMS familiarity

Basic maths

Organisational skills

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Apex are seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver in East Kilbride

The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to ensure efficient movement of goods within our warehouse. This role is crucial for maintaining the flow of operations, ensuring safety, and supporting shipping and receiving tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to load and unload materials from lorries and storage areas.
• Perform shipping and receiving duties, including checking incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning and report any maintenance needs.
• Handle materials with care, ensuring that all items are stored correctly within the warehouse management system.
• Assist in heavy lifting tasks as needed, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment, adhering to health and safety standards.

Skills

• Proven experience in a warehouse setting, particularly in shipping and receiving operations.
• Proficient in operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Capable of heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks as required by the role.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems for tracking inventory movements.
• Basic maths skills for accurate counting and inventory management.
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail to ensure efficient operations.

Hour of Work

Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 1pm paid at £13.75 per hour

Please note that all applicants must be able to provide full right to work documentation, evidence of a national insurance number from an official letter from HMRC and have an active bank account in their own name for processing wages. This is in line with our ISO accreditation and GLA compliance standards