Forklift Operator - (Job ID: 1721)
Company: ASCO UK Limited
Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent
Location: Aberdeen
Hours of Work: 7 days on/7 days off - Thursday-Wednesday - 0900-2100 (+/- 3 hours part flex)
ASCO require a fully qualified Forklift Operator to support our quayside operations in the safe and efficient loading/offloading of cargo from vessels, vehicles and Base areas, conducted in accordance with all procedures and regulations. Candidates must be currently qualified to operate 5-15T Counterbalance Forklifts. Reporting to the Quayside Supervisor with a working pattern of 7 days on/7 days off, key responsibilities of the role are to:
•Conduct daily Forklift checks, assisting in maintenance work as required, and complete all associated compliance documentation.
•Visually inspect cargo prior to lifting to identify and report all snagging hazards, loose objects and non-compliances.
•Regularly review procedures, work aids and risk assessments.
•Conduct yard and gantry inspection duties, and assist in other areas of operational requirements, as required.
•Continuously promote a pro-active HSSEQ culture, ensuring participation and compliance, regularly reviewing procedures and risk assessments.
•Participate in the continuous improvement of customer service, processes and cost effectiveness.
Minimum Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours)
•Accustomed to working effectively in a fast-paced environment, flexible and can adapt to changing workloads and priorities, where high standards are not compromised under pressure.
•Numerate, with strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
•Ability to work stand-alone while also being a positive contributor to the wider team.
•Solutions based, strong analytical, planning & organising skills, an excellent attention to detail.
•HASAWA/LOLER/PUWER Awareness, Oil Spill Awareness, Security Awareness.
Minimum Qualifications
Current Forklift licence
Banksman Slinger (OPITO Stage 1)
Desirable Qualifications/Competencies
Banksman Slinger (OPITO Stage 3/4)
As you would expect from a highly progressive company, an attractive remuneration package is available to the successful applicant. When applying, your CV should include your current/most recent employment, which clearly demonstrates examples of the skills and behaviours required for the above role.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I)
ASCO is committed to supporting and promoting Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I). This commitment is embraced by our Group Board and our Management Board and informs all of our activities and their impact on our customers, employees and our stakeholders.
