Forklift/Yard Operative

Driver Hire; Rutherglen; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £13.25- per hour

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Overtime opportunities

Mon-Fri pattern

Temp-to-perm after qualifying period

Immediate start

Job summary

Driver Hire is recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation based in Rutherglen for an experienced Forklift / Yard Operative, offering long-term work with the potential to secure a permanent position.

In a busy yard, you will operate a counterbalance forklift safely, load and unload vehicles, move stock, assist with general yard duties and housekeeping, maintain a safe, organised environment and support the wider team.

Qualifications

• Valid RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Certificate (essential).
• Previous experience working in a yard or warehouse environment.
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles.
• Moving stock and materials throughout the yard.
• Assisting with general yard duties and housekeeping.
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment.
• Supporting the wider team with day-to-day operations.

Skills

RTITB Counterbalance Certificate

Job description

Driver Hire is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and reputable organisation based in Rutherglen. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Forklift / Yard Operative looking for long-term work with the potential to secure a permanent position.

The Role

Working within a busy yard environment, your duties will include:

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving stock and materials throughout the yard
• Assisting with general yard duties and housekeeping
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment
• Supporting the wider team with day-to-day operations

What We’re Looking For

• Valid RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Certificate (essential)
• Previous experience working in a yard or warehouse environment
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team

What’s On Offer?

• £13.25 per hour
• Weekly pay every Friday
• Accrued holiday pay
• Overtime opportunities available
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Temp-to-perm opportunity after a successful qualifying period
• Immediate start available