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Company: ASCO UK Limited

Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent

Location: Aberdeen

ASCO require a fully qualified Forklift Operator to support our quayside operations in the safe and efficient loading/offloading of cargo from vessels, vehicles and Base areas, conducted in accordance with all procedures and regulations. Candidates must be currently qualified to operate 5-15T Counterbalance Forklifts. Reporting to the Quayside Supervisor with a working pattern of 7 days on/7 days off, key responsibilities of the role are to:

• Conduct daily Forklift checks, assisting in maintenance work as required, and complete all associated compliance documentation.
• Visually inspect cargo prior to lifting to identify and report all snagging hazards, loose objects and non-compliances.
• Regularly review procedures, work aids and risk assessments.
• Conduct yard and gantry inspection duties, and assist in other areas of operational requirements, as required.
• Continuously promote a pro-active HSSEQ culture, ensuring participation and compliance, regularly reviewing procedures and risk assessments.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of customer service, processes and cost effectiveness.

Minimum Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours)

• Accustomed to working effectively in a fast-paced environment, flexible and can adapt to changing workloads and priorities, where high standards are not compromised under pressure.
• Numerate, with strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to work stand-alone while also being a positive contributor to the wider team.
• Solutions based, strong analytical, planning & organising skills, an excellent attention to detail.
• HASAWA/LOLER/PUWER Awareness, Oil Spill Awareness, Security Awareness.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Forklift license

Banksman Slinger (OPITO Stage 1)

Desirable Qualifications/Competencies

Banksman Slinger (OPITO Stage 3/4)

As you would expect from a highly progressive company, an attractive remuneration package is available to the successful applicant. When applying, your CV should include your current/most recent employment, which clearly demonstrates examples of the skills and behaviours required for the above role.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I)

ASCO is committed to supporting and promoting Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I). This commitment is embraced by our Group Board and our Management Board and informs all of our activities and their impact on our customers, employees and our stakeholders.

Closing Date:
04/07/2023