Forks Lift Driver / General Labourer

Highall Developments Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Highall Developments Ltd is looking for an experienced Forklift Truck Driver / General Labourer to work on one of our construction sites in the North West. The role involves safe operation of the forklift, unloading deliveries, and moving materials around site, with duties to support general labouring when forklift work isn’t required.

The candidate should be hardworking, reliable and willing to take on day-to-day site requirements and collaborate with the wider site team.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift qualification/ticket appropriate to the equipment being operated.
• Previous experience operating a forklift on a construction site.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the forklift truck in accordance with site procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Unload deliveries and move and distribute building materials around site.
• Ensure materials are stored safely and correctly.
• Carry out daily forklift checks and report any defects or issues.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and site team to ensure materials are available where required.
• Maintain safe access routes and working areas around forklift operations.
• Carry out general site labouring duties when forklift operation is not required.
• Assist with moving materials and general site housekeeping.
• Keep work areas and access routes clean, tidy and free from obstruction.
• Follow all site Health & Safety procedures and instructions.
• Assist the wider site team with other reasonable site duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Job description

Highall Developments Ltd is a rapidly growing privately owned development company specialising predominantly in residential development. We operate across the Northwest and pride ourselves on delivering high-quality homes across a diverse portfolio of projects. Our live and pipeline developments include a variety of market, contract and affordable housing schemes ranging in value from £2m - £10m.

The Role

Highall Developments Ltd is looking for an experienced and reliable Forklift Truck Driver / General Labourer to work on one of our construction sites in the North West.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift truck, including unloading deliveries and moving and distributing materials around site.

Please note: this is not a forklift-only position. When forklift duties are not required, you will be expected to assist with general labouring duties and support the wider site team.

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, reliable and willing to get involved with the day-to-day requirements of a busy construction site.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate the forklift truck in accordance with site procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Unload deliveries and move and distribute building materials around site.
• Ensure materials are stored safely and correctly.
• Carry out daily forklift checks and report any defects or issues.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and site team to ensure materials are available where required.
• Maintain safe access routes and working areas around forklift operations.
• Carry out general site labouring duties when forklift operation is not required.
• Assist with moving materials and general site housekeeping.
• Keep work areas and access routes clean, tidy and free from obstruction.
• Follow all site Health & Safety procedures and instructions.
• Assist the wider site team with other reasonable site duties as required.

Requirements

• Valid forklift qualification/ticket appropriate to the equipment being operated.
• Previous experience operating a forklift on a construction site.

Driving Licence

• Good understanding of site Health & Safety.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Able to work effectively as part of a site team.
• Physically capable of carrying out general labouring duties.
• Willingness to undertake general labouring duties when not operating the forklift.

Rate

£17.00 - £19.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At Highall Developments Ltd, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees are valued and respected. We believe that diverse teams drive better outcomes, and we actively promote equality, diversity and inclusion in everything we do.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities and experiences and are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone.