Side Loader Forklift Operator

Stafforce Recruitment; Lincoln; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Port Operative with Stafforce Recruitment in Lincoln. The role offers flexibility, excellent training, and competitive pay. Tasks include plant driving and support in shipping operations, with a focus on health and safety. Ideal for individuals enthusiastic about diverse work in the port sector.

Benefits

Enhanced Holiday entitlement

Weekly Pay

Discounts for well-known brands

24/7 Medical care

Excellent training and career opportunities

Qualifications

• Health and Safety conscious at all times.
• Team player committed to ensuring the completion of works safely.
• Experience in similar roles like port operative, stevedore, or forklift driver.

Responsibilities

• Support shipping operations from discharge to distribution.
• Drive plant machinery including Forklift Trucks and Shovels.
• Perform quayside duties and traffic marshalling.

Skills

Health and Safety Conscious

Team Player

Flexible Approach

Keen to Learn New Skills

Comfortable Working Outside

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift Truck

Payloader/Shovel

HGV licence

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to work with a well established company based in Barrow upon Humber

Excellent Opportunity for training

PAY £13.00

The Humber ports operate 7 days a week giving opportunity and flexibility to working patterns.

Stafforce port operatives support the UK's supply chain from discharge to distribution.

No two days are the same in shipping and a port operative may cover many different roles which include:

Stevedore / Quayside duties
Plant driving including Forklift Trucks, Payloaders, Shovels, Tugs and Mobile harbour cranes
Side loader
Stock counts
Industrial cleaning
Traffic Marshall and Vehicle banksman

What criteria do you need to apply?

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!

Essential:

Health and Safety conscious at all times
Team player committed to ensuring the completion of works in a safe and timely manner
Flexible approach to work
Keen to learn new skills
Comfortable working outside in all weathers
Plant Driver
SideloaderDesirable:

Full UK driving licence
Valid or Expired Counterbalance Forklift Truck
HGV licence
Valid or Expired Payloader / Shovel Licence
Experience in similar role such as port operative, stevedore, CSCS labourer, plant driver, forklift driver, Side loader, shovel driver, vehicle banksman, slinger banksman, crane driver, quarry operative, warehouse operative, weighbridge is highly desirable
Previous experience working with commodities such as Steel, 1t Bags or Timber
Experience operating a radioIf you would like an opportunity within Ports please apply now!

Why work for Stafforce?

Stafforce are UK leading provider within the Ports and Shipping sector, offering excellent training to ensure you can be your best in Ports! We are able to provide part-time or full time hours working either a flexible worker (pick your shift) or as a permanent employee (working on guaranteed hours contracts) Stafforce Ports has over 20years experience supporting local workers to become a wide range of roles within the ports from quayside to crane!

We offer excellent benefits inclusive of:

Enhanced Holiday entitlement
Weekly Pay
Great discounts for well known brands on our online portal
24/7 Medical care through our online portal
Excellent training and career opportunities

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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.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies

Job Info

Job Title:

Company:

Stafforce Recruitment

Location:

Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 20th 2025

Sector:

Distribution

Contract:

Temporary

Hours:

Full Time

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