Forklift Driver

We currently have a vacancy for a Labourer / Forklift driver to assist with UK wide installation work. The scope of works is varied but mainly concentrates on the assembly, installation and maintenance of lifting equipment and special purpose machinery. Working with the Lead Site Engineer and reporting to the Operations Manager, you will work on the following:
**Responsibilities and Duties**
- UK wide service and installation of bespoke lifting solutions including manipulators and balancers.
- Installation and commissioning of cranes, gantries, hoists and various lifting equipment on site throughout the UK.
- Emergency and planned remedial repairs of lifting equipment across customer sites
- Mechanical assembly and fitting work (both in house and at customer sites)
- Completing daily job sheets and checklists to the required standard
- Carrying out works using your own initiative to ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently and professionally

**Essential Requirements**
- Full UK driving license - travel across the UK will be required
- A good understanding of the English language, both verbal and written.
- A willingness to work away and work extra hours including weekends (as and when required).

**Desirable**
- Working at height experience/training (training will be given)

You will also be required to adhere to the companies Health and Safety policy and quality management system.

**Company Information**

Formed in 2010, Yaplex Limited have become an industry leader in the design and manufacture of standard and bespoke lifting and material handling solutions. We provide innovative lifting, automation and handling solutions for improving productivity, health & safety and ergonomics in the workplace.

Our UK headquarters and manufacturing facility is based in Clay Cross, Chesterfield. Occupying a total of 24,000 sq/ft, our production facility is accredited to ISO 9001 - Quality Management System. All equipment is manufactured to the highest standards using high tech production methods and state of the art machinery. Both quality and health and safety are our top priority.

No agencies please.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £26,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 23/01/2023