Forklift Operator/Labourer (#741) in Banff

Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….

People.

Planet.

Product.

Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.

We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world.

Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us. If you want to learn about how you can #FindYourMotive with us, head to our join us page, here.

About the role:

Hours:Full Time

The Forklift Operator/Labourer will undertake painting, general housekeeping and assisting rental team in day to day tasks whilst ensuring all work is carried out in compliance with relevant Health and Safety guidelines.

You’ll join a supportive, hands-on team where no two days are quite the same. You’ll gain experience across different areas of the workshop and yard, working alongside experienced colleagues while playing an important part in keeping our equipment and operations running safely and efficiently.

About the team:

As a part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll become part of a hardworking, and skilled team who are always working to high standards and specifications. You will be supported by our Fabrication Chargehand and have a team of skilled colleagues working alongside you, whose goal, much like your own, will be to enable a quick and safe turn-around of equipment.

And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.

Responsibilities:

People

Adopt and promote the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout.

Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders – clients, colleagues etc.

Planet

Lead by example in setting the highest possible standards in the promotion of People Values, HSEQ procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance to the Motive Offshore Group HSEQ Policy, procedures, standards and regulatory obligations.

Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses or environmental concerns

Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.

Product

Forklift operator for B1, B2 and B3

Keep the yard and workshop clean and organised to a high standard.

Carry out de-mobilisation notes on equipment returned to site from clients.

Wash equipment on return from clients.

Store equipment in dedicated areas.

General housekeeping tasks.

Assist in the set up & test of all relevant equipment.

Required skills / knowledge:

B1, B2 and B3 tickets (preferred, however, not essential as training can be given).

Ability to organise time effectively and prioritise workload, as required.

Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

Willingness to understand and learn the Motive Offshore Group processes & procedures.

Excellent attention to detail.

Self-motivated.

Full UK Driving licence required.

What we can offer you:

Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.

People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.

Alongside this, you’ll get:

(* Received upon successful completion of probation)

Annual Leave - 34 days holiday per annum

Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary

Long Service Awards

One days paid leave per year for volunteering to support a charity

Employee Referral Scheme

Electric Car Scheme*

Costco Membership – employee-funded membership with a £10 online joining voucher*