Forklift Driver

Brightwork Ltd; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 28,366 - 36,930; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Canteen on site - hot food served

On site parking facilities

Locker provided

PPE provided (workwear)

Job summary

Brightwork Ltd is recruiting a Counterbalance Forklift Driver for its busy warehouse in the Fife area. The role offers long-term employment with competitive pay and shift allowances. Shifts include Early, Back, and Night.

Probation rate £13.63/h with shift allowance; after 12 weeks £17.77/h with allowance. Applicants must hold a counterbalance forklift certification and comply with health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a counterbalance forklift.
• Valid forklift certification/licence.
• Ability to maintain high standards of work.
• Confidence working at height.
• Experience with strict health and safety guidelines.
• Willingness to learn new skills quickly.

Responsibilities

• Manual handling and working at heights.
• Operate general forklift duties within warehouse.
• Work in confined spaces and maintain safety.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and be punctual.
• Work independently after initial training.

Skills

Forklift operation

Health & safety

Work at height

Punctuality

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift certification/licence

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our client's busy warehouse facility in the Fife area. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced forklift operator seeking a long-term position with competitive pay and shift allowances.

Working Hours

• Early Shift: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 14:00
• Back Shift: Monday to Friday, 14:00 - 22:00
• Night Shift: Sunday to Thursday, 22:00 - 06:00

Pay Rate

• Probationary Rate: £13.63 per hour + shift allowance
• After 12 Weeks: £17.77 per hour + shift allowance

Further details regarding pay and shift allowances can be discussed during the initial conversation.

Requirements

• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift
• A valid forklift certification/licence
• The ability to work to a consistently high standard
• Confidence working at height
• Experience working within strict health and safety guidelines
• A willingness and ability to learn new skills quickly

All applicants must be able to provide

• Full employment references covering the previous five years
• Education references where required to cover any gaps within the five-year period

These references are required for compliance and screening purposes.

Application Information

Due to the high volume of applications received, there may be a delay in contacting candidates. We appreciate your patience while Brightwork reviews your application and will contact suitable applicants as soon as possible.

Your Time at Work

The role involves working in a warehouse environment with a range of responsibilities, including:

• Manual handling
• Working at heights
• Operating within confined spaces
• Performing general forklift duties

You will be expected to collaborate effectively within a team, maintain reliable punctuality, and demonstrate the ability to work independently after completing the initial training period.

Our Perfect Worker

Previous successful candidates have exhibited a genuine commitment to upholding high standards within the whiskey industry and a proactive attitude toward acquiring new skills.

Furthermore, candidates must provide verified employment history covering the past five years to satisfy the comprehensive background screening criteria.

Key Information and Benefits

• Canteen on site - hot food served
• On site parking facilities
• Locker provided
• PPE provided (workware)