forklift operator Walsall, England
Job description
Mobile Mini are the world leading provider for portable storage solutions and supply to industries, including construction companies, retailers, manufacturers, and distributors.
We are actively seeking a Forklift Truck Driver/Yard Operative to join our West Midlands branch!
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday + possible overtime
About You
We are looking for an individual who has good communication and can be hands on with problem solving. We take pride in working together as a team, which enables us to ensure that our container fleet is maintained to the best quality for our values customer. You will have experience of the hire industry; however, this is not essential! We will provide training.
- Take personal ownership of the safety of themselves and those around them
- Take the initiative and look for additional work wherever possible
- Communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner
- Welcome and act on constructive feedback
- Highly motivated with the ability to make a difference
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic, focussing on personal achievement and results
- Willing to work flexibly when needed
- Valid Driving Licence is desirable but not essential
About the Role
As a Forklift Truck Driver/Yard Operative, you will have a direct reporting to our Yard Foreman/woman. As you are working in a team of Yard Operatives, it will be you and your teams responsibility to carry out routine and repair maintenance, and any modifications, in a timely and efficient manner in line with Mobile Minis company quality standards.
Your duties may vary from FLT driving, cleaning, painting, basic plumbing and joinery; however, training will be provided.
- Operate Forklift truck and load/offload as necessary and ensure that all units are safely stacked
- B2 or B3 licence is desirable
- Complete all necessary paperwork as requested, to include forklift logs
- Comply with company procedure when checking units in and out of the yard
- Take ownership of quality and productivity of all work undertaken
- Complete all necessary paperwork as requested, to include repair and job sheets
- Support stock take of materials
- Manage on site repairs
- Comply with company procedure when checking units in and out of the yard
- Report any faults in the workshop environment to the Supervisor
- Ensure the yard and workshop is kept clean and tidy daily
- Comply with our Health and Safety procedures
About Mobile Mini & Our Benefits
Mobile Mini UK, part of Modualire Group, is the world’s leading provider in portable storage solutions, with a strong presence in the UK since the 1970s. We have a network of 16 site locations nationwide, with over 40,000 units on offer, supplying to over 17,000 customers.
We are an equal opportunities employer. At Mobile Mini, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture which encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices and opinions of our employees in line with our Number 1 Golden Rule 'People are our Most Valuable Asset'. We encourage our employees to drive their development with us, by recognising talent and implementing development plans.
Alongside this, we also offer:
- Competitive hourly rate + possible overtime
- Company bonus
- 31 days holidays, including bank holidays which will increase with service up to 34 days.
- Training and career progression plans
- Opportunity to buy and sell up to 4 days holiday
- Friendly and supportive environment with a family like atmosphere
- Paid opportunities to volunteer
- A range of company benefits including Perkbox membership with access to free perks and discounts from big brands!
- Free life assurance cover for 3x annual basic salary
- Company pension contribution plan
- Company medical health plan with Medicash offered to all employees from day one!
- Long Service Awards
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free or subsidised travel
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Licence/Certification:
- B3 FLT (preferred)
- FLT Licence (preferred)
- B2 FLT (preferred)
Work Location: In person
