Side Loader

Side Loader Driver

Location: Oldham
Salary: £16ph
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time 8am-4.30pm

About the Company

Our client is a well-established fabrication and engineering company specialising in the manufacture of fabrications for a wide range of industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Side Loader Driver to join their busy warehouse and production team.

The Role

As a Side Loader Driver, you will be responsible for the safe movement of long lengths of steel, aluminium and engineering materials throughout the workshop and yard. You will play a key role in ensuring materials are supplied efficiently to production while maintaining a safe and organised working environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Operating a Side Loader Forklift safely and efficiently.

* Loading and unloading deliveries of steel, aluminium and other engineering materials.

* Moving long and heavy loads around the workshop and yard.

* Supplying materials to fabrication, welding and production departments.

* Booking goods in and checking deliveries against paperwork.

* Stock control and material handling.

* Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

* Assisting with general warehouse and yard duties as required.

* Adhering to all health and safety procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

* Holds a valid Side Loader Forklift Licence (RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent preferred).

* Previous experience operating a side loader within a fabrication, engineering or manufacturing environment.

* Confident handling long lengths of steel and other engineering materials.

* Reliable with a strong work ethic.

* Able to work independently and as part of a team.

* Good awareness of health and safety.

* Flexible attitude with a willingness to assist in other areas when required
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed