Forklift and Yard Operative

Starting Tuesday 2nd September | 1 Month Assignment | £13.20 per hour | Blandford 

We are currently recruiting for a Forklift & Yard Operative  to support a a client in Blandford during a busy period for approx 4 weeks. 

The company specialises in materials management working with customers across a range of industries. The role will involve working within a busy operational environment, helping with the safe and efficient handling and processing of materials.

This is a hands-on, physical role and would suit someone who is reliable, hardworking and comfortable working in an industrial environment.

The responsibilities for the Forklift & Yard Operative position: 

Working as part of a team, you will be responsible for safely moving and handling materials around the site and supporting the day-to-day production operation.

• Operating a forklift safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading materials and waste
• Moving and organising stock and materials around the site
• Supporting the production
• Ensuring materials are stored safely and correctly
• Carrying out daily checks of the forklift and reporting any issues
• Keeping the work area clean, tidy and organised
• Following site rules, health & safety and manual handling procedures
• Working as part of a team to maintain an efficient operation

For this Forklift & Yard Operative role we are looking for candidates who are:

• Experienced and confident forklift drivers
• Hold a current UK Counterbalance forklift licence 
• Reliable and hardworking
• Safety-conscious and able to follow site procedures
• Comfortable working in a busy industrial environment
• Happy with a hands-on and physical role
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Available for the full 1-month assignment
• Available to work the full working week throughout the assignment

If you are looking for a short-term opportunity, are reliable  and ready to get stuck in, please call Ben Today.