Forklift Operator

Written By Chris Mackinlay

Established in 1966 Able is a privately owned, ambitious and successful organisation. From its origins, in 1966, the Company is founded on the core commitments of providing a wholly reliable service, respecting the natural environment and being flexible in adapting to the ever changing business needs of our clients. From being a leading and innovative specialist in complex demolition processes the Company has developed in to a major player across a number of sectors including offshore wind, demolition, decommissioning, site reclamation, land, property and ports development.

To help achieve this, Able is providing and developing new bespoke port facilities on both the River Tees and the River Humber, with the latter set to establish one of Europe’s most extensive new industrial offshore wind clusters. These activities are fully supported by Government and the Humber facility has secured Freeport Tax Site status.

The Group also remains a European market leader in the receipt and disposal of redundant oil and gas structures, achieving a c. 99%+ recycling rate at its Able Seaton Port near Hartlepool.

As a major landowner across the north of England – including one of the UK’s largest vehicle storage and distribution centres near Immingham in Humberside, the property development arm of the Group is committed to delivering environmentally friendly solutions that best serve the needs of supporting communities.

The privately owned Group can demonstrate a long and considerable track record of investment, and this is further underwritten by its overriding and passionate approach to making a positive difference in every sphere of its activities.

Due to the above, the group is continually growing, and we are currently looking for a Forklift Operator to join our team.

OBJECTIVES

  • You will play an essential role in contributing to the Plant Department ensuring a safe and timely delivery of any works undertaken.

  • To work in an allocated team of employees which will include a Project Manager, Engineers, Supervisors and Plant Operators throughout various stages of any project.

  • Working at all times to ensure that the Able UK HSSEQ objectives and operational requirements e.g. Observation of the ABLE 8 etc. are maintained at all times.

ABLE ORGANISATION (SIMPLIFIED)

  • Operations Director

  • Plant/Project Manager

  • Site/Earthworks Supervisor

  • Machine Operator

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties will include:-

  • Operating Plant and Machinery safely and to the best of your ability within the limitations of that item of Plant or Machinery.

  • Understand and have read the operators manual for any item of Plant and Machinery before you operate it.

  • Compliance to the health, safety and environmental regulations of any Able UK project you may work on.

  • Assist the project teams with the production of RAMS if required.

  • Ensure that you are aware of the requirements and are following all procedures and permits accordingly.

  • Be aware of possible risks and hazards within your surroundings.

  • Inform Project/Plant Manager of any defects or problems with items of plant.

  • Ensure that good housekeeping standards are maintained at all times.

  • Keep all roadways are clear and free from debris.

  • Ensure correct segregation of all types of aggregate, clay, and scrap as directed.

  • Ensure that the conditions of your service requirements are met and the item of plant is correctly greased and that all liquid levels are at the correct level.

  • Be aware of your surroundings at all times and do not travel near to any personnel.

  • Do not track/drive over scrap metals re-bar etc.

  • General labour requirements as and when needed

REQUIREMENTS

  • CPCS / NPORS Counterbalance and Rough Terrain

So, if you’re eager to follow your career path as a Forklift Operator please send your CV to: recruitment@ableuk.com

Chris Mackinlay
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