Forklift Driver

RG Setsquare is actively hiring for:

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.

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   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)>

   
   
   

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.