Job Specifics
- Reference No: LO423
- Location: Bothwell
- Hours: Full Time (2pm – 10pm)
- Salary: D.O.E
- Closing Date: Friday 23rd October 2026
- Why should you apply for this role:Strong company reputation
Job Overview
Our client is looking for an experienced Warehouse / Forklift Operator to join their busy PM team at their Bothwell site.
This is a key role within their operation. The PM shift is responsible for processing, sorting and preparing freight for onward movement, and they are looking for someone who understands that Health & Safety, attention to detail and teamwork are essential in keeping the operation running smoothly.
You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues and managers, playing a vital role in ensuring freight is handled safely, accurately and efficiently while helping us keep freight moving across the UK and Europe.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Key Tasks
- Loading and unloading lorries safely and efficiently.
- Moving and stacking pallets and freight using a forklift and other warehouse equipment.
- Sorting and allocating freight to the correct routes, trunks and vehicles.
- Checking freight carefully to ensure it is in the correct location before loading.
- Carrying out accurate scanning and data capture.
- Checking labels, pallet quantities and freight information to ensure accuracy.
- Identifying and reporting damaged, incorrectly labelled or misallocated freight.
- Preparing and organising freight for onward trunk movements.
- Ensuring vehicles are loaded correctly and ready to depart on schedule.
- Maintaining high standards of warehouse and yard cleanliness.
- Carrying out equipment checks and reporting faults or defects promptly.
- Following all site Health & Safety procedures at all times.
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure the PM operation runs safely and efficiently.
Employer Expectations Skills/Knowledge/Experience
- Previous hands-on forklift experience.
- Experience working within a busy warehouse environment.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- A strong understanding of Health & Safety.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A reliable, hardworking and positive attitude.
- Good communication and time-management skills.
- The ability to work under pressure without compromising safety or accuracy.
- A willingness to support colleagues and the wider operation when required.
- A responsible approach to equipment and freight handling.
Qualifications/Tickets/Licences Required
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