Forklift Driver

RG Setsquare

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Forklift Driver - Housing Construction Site

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Forklift Driver to join our team on a housing construction site. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely operating forklifts to move, load, unload, and position construction materials and equipment around the site.



  1. Key Responsibilities

    • Safely operate forklifts and other authorised material-handling equipment.
    • Load and unload construction materials, deliveries, pallets, and equipment.
    • Transport materials to designated areas around the housing development.
    • Assist site teams with the movement of bricks, blocks, timber, plasterboard, roofing materials, and other construction supplies.
    • Carry out daily forklift safety and equipment checks before operation.
    • Ensure materials are stored safely and securely.
    • Follow site traffic management plans, speed limits, and designated routes.
    • Maintain a clean and organised working area.
    • Report any equipment defects, hazards, damage, or incidents to the Site Manager.
    • Follow all company and site health and safety procedures.
    • Work closely with site supervisors, tradespeople, delivery drivers, and other construction workers.
    • Carry out other reasonable duties as required by the Site Manager.


    Requirements

    • Valid forklift licence/certification appropriate for the equipment being operated.
    • Previous experience operating a forklift on a construction or housing site preferred.
    • Good understanding of workplace health and safety procedures.
    • Ability to work safely around pedestrians, vehicles, and construction activities.
    • Physically fit and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
    • Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
    • Good communication skills and a strong safety-focused attitude.


    Working Conditions

    • Must wear required PPE, including safety boots, hi-vis clothing, hard hat, and other site-specific protective equipment.
    • CPCS or NPORS required.
    • Strict adherence to site safety rules and procedures is required.

    If you would be interested, please apply here or you can send your resume at (url removed)>






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