Quayside Forklift Operator: Safe Cargo Handling & Lifting

ASCO - Workforce Solutions; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ASCO - Workforce Solutions in Peterhead is seeking a permanent forklift operator to perform duties in compliance with HSEQ procedures and industry best practices on quaysides and operational work areas.

Responsibilities include daily checks, reporting defects, assisting with forklift maintenance, coordinating crane lifts, cargo handling, and ensuring safe loading/unloading while maintaining housekeeping and teamwork.

Qualifications

• RTITB Counter Balance forklift certification is required.
• OPITO Banksman/slinger initial training is preferred.
• Ability to follow HSSEQ procedures and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily checks and complete compliance documentation.
• Report defects found during daily checks or whilst operating the machine.
• Assist fitter as required in forklift maintenance.
• Perform forklift duties per operational requirements and company procedures.
• Coordinate crane lifting operations and cargo handling on quaysides.
• Liaise with Quayside Supervisor to report problems or delays in cargo operations.
• Maintain safe working areas and housekeeping on the site.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues to ensure HSSEQ standards.

Skills

Communication

Autonomy

Decision making

Numeracy

Spatial awareness

Education

RTITB Counter Balance Forklift Certificate

OPITO Banksman/slinger - INITIAL TRAINING

Job description

ASCO - Workforce Solutions in Peterhead is seeking a permanent forklift operator to perform duties in compliance with HSEQ procedures and industry best practices on quaysides and operational work areas.

Responsibilities include daily checks, reporting defects, assisting with forklift maintenance, coordinating crane lifts, cargo handling, and ensuring safe loading/unloading while maintaining housekeeping and teamwork.