Forklift driver

Stafforce Recruitment; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Port Forklift Operator to join a busy team in Lincoln, UK. The role involves operating forklifts to load and unload valuable cargo safely, ensuring compliance with all regulations. Candidates should possess a valid or expired forklift license and preferably have experience in port or logistics operations. This opportunity offers training and professional development in a supportive environment, with a focus on safety. Shifts may include nights and weekends.

Benefits

Training and upskilling opportunities

Strong focus on safety and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts around containers and in high-traffic areas.
• Strong understanding of load stability and cargo safety.
• Reliable and able to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts for loading and unloading cargo.
• Move cargo safely within port terminals.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks on forklifts.

Skills

Valid or expired forklift licence

Experience in port operations

Ability to operate forklifts in busy environments

Good communication and teamwork skills

Job description

Port Forklift Operator

Location: Immingham
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Shift Work
Pay rate: £12.21 - £15.07

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and safety-focused Port Forklift Operator to support daily cargo handling operations within our busy port environment. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts around containers, cargo, and high-traffic industrial areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, including high-capacity and container-handling models (if applicable)
• Load and unload trucks, containers, pallets, and port equipment
• Move cargo safely within port terminals and warehouses
• Assist with container yard operations and storage organisation
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and routine forklift maintenance
• Follow all port safety regulations, traffic control rules, and marine industry standards
• Communicate with stevedores, supervisors, and logistics teams to maintain efficient workflow

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid or expired forklift licence
• Experience in port operations, logistics, warehousing, or container yards preferred
• Ability to operate forklifts in busy, high-risk, industrial environments
• Strong understanding of load stability, cargo safety, and equipment checks
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work shifts, nights, weekends, or overtime if required
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Why Work With Us?

• Training and upskilling opportunities (e.g., b2 forklifts, reach stackers, Tug, Tipper, Ro-Ro)
• Strong focus on safety and professional development
• Work in a fast-paced, supportive port operations team

This job not quite the right fit? Call our office (phone number removed) to discuss what other roles we have available.

Stafforce provides excellent training to ensure you have the right knowledge and skills to excel in Port and Shipping operations, we hire on attitude and train for success! Easily commutable from Barton, Grimsby, Brigg, Scunthorpe, Hull, Beverly, Immingham, Barrow. S93.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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