Forklift Operator

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.
  
  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), 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., No
Are you a former employee or contractor of ASCO or any of our Group Companies?
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  Former Employee
  Former Contractor
  N/A
  Do you know, or are you related to, an employee of ASCO or any of our Group Companies?
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  Yes
  No
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  Are you a member of the Armed Forces Community?
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  Yes
  No
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  Cadet
  Regular Personnel
  Reservist
  Veteran
  Family (spouse/civil partner/child
  Current Salary (in UK £)
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  Current benefits package and values
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  e.g. pension 5%, car allowance, bonus etc.
  Annual leave entitlement
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  Notice Period
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  Salary expectations for this role (in UK £)
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  What evidence can you provide to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK?
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  A passport showing the holder, or a person named in the passport as the child of the holder, is a British citizen or a citizen of the UK and Colonies having the right of abode in the UK
  A birth (short or long) or adoption certificate issued in the UK, Channel Islands, the Isle of Man or Ireland, together with an official document giving the person's permanent National Insurance number and their name issued by a Government agency or a previous employer
  A share code to demonstrate digital immigration status under the EU Settlement Scheme
  A current Biometric Immigration Document (Biometric Residence Permit) issued by the Home Office to the holder indicating that the person named is allowed to stay indefinitely in the UK, or has no time limit on their stay in the UK
  A current passport endorsed to show that the holder is exempt from immigration control, is allowed to stay indefinitely in the UK, has the right of abode in the UK, or has no time limit on their stay in the UK
  A current Immigration Status Document issued by the Home Office to the holder with an endorsement indicating that the named person is allowed to stay indefinitely in the UK or has no time limit on their stay in the UK, together with an official document giving the person's permanent National Insurance number and their name issued by a Government agency or a previous employer
  A certificate of registration or naturalisation as a British citizen, together with an official document giving the person's permanent National Insurance number and their name issued by a Government agency or a previous employer
  A current passport endorsed to show that the holder is allowed to stay in the UK and is currently allowed to do the type of work in question
  A current Biometric Immigration Document (Biometric Residence Permit) issued by the Home Office to the holder which indicates that the named person can currently stay in the UK and is allowed to do the work in question
  A current Immigration Status Document containing a photograph issued by the Home Office to the holder with a valid endorsement indicating that the named person may stay in the UK, and is allowed to do the type of work in question, together with an official document giving the person's permanent National Insurance number and their name issued by a Government agency or a previous employer
  An Application Registration Card issued by the Home Office stating that the holder is permitted to take the employment in question
  None of the above
  If none, please provide details