Ssg Forklift Truck Driver

Job description - summary

We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients’ recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources.

Rolls-Royce is a respected engineering organisation operating in many sectors including energy, aerospace, marine and defence. Rolls-Royce pioneers’ cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe & competitive solutions to meet our planet's vital power needs.

On behalf of Rolls-Royce, AMS are currently recruiting for a **SSG Forklift Truck Driver** for their Production Test Facility in **Derby**, on initial 12-**month** contract working on 7-day shift patterns.

Job description - the role

Join the dynamic support service group at Rolls-Royce’s state-of-the-art Production Test Facility (PTF), supporting the building and testing of world-class aero engines. As an SSG Forklift Truck Driver, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of materials, tooling, and engine components across the site.

**As a SSG Forklift Truck Driver you will be responsible for**:

- Operate counterbalance forklift trucks (up to 10 tonnes) to transport kitting hardware from stores to shop.
- Remove and dispose of waste packaging from shop to stores.
- Perform blade weighing, operate wash tanks, and support spray booth activities (including spraying rotas).
- Use IT systems for tracking and reporting tasks.
- Occasionally drive a small lorry or pickup truck to collect tooling from external locations.
- Management of on-site tooling storage. This includes kitting sets of tooling prior to engine induction and providing a supply of any tools that are required ad-hoc throughout strip, repair and build.
- Coordination and completion of logistics related tasks to support in-shop engine services, including engine and non-module wash.
- General assistance to the Operations team to enable engine tasks to be completed efficiently including participation in loading/unloading, movement and bagging of engines including preservation checks.
- Support the movement of engines and material internally and externally as required. As well as be accountable for ensuring ERP compliance for material and tooling.
- Ensure all material or logistic risks that have potential to impact delivery are identified, prioritised, and escalated, where appropriate, within the wider organisation.
- Supporting booking in, picking, storage, and counting of material on site; as well as supporting functional improvement activities.
- Manual handling essential due to the nature of the job; with good knowledge of quality tools, systems, and procedures.
- Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with experience of working in a demanding customer focused environment. Able to demonstrate a flexible and adaptable mind-set.
- Valid counterbalance forklift license (up to 10 tonnes)
- Clean UK driving license (essential for occasional vehicle use).
- Comfortable with basic IT systems and digital tools.
- Willingness to learn new processes and work flexibly across departments.
- Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is a plus.
- Previously trained to RTITB or ITSSAR standard

Next steps

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Freelance
Contract length: 12 months

Expected hours: 37 per week

Work Location: In person