Loading Team Operator - Day Shift

Tobermore; Tobermore; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Location: Tobermore Concrete Products Ltd, 2 Lisnamuck Road, Tobermore

Tobermore is expanding, this is your opportunity to secure great pay while being part of a growing company.

What's in it for you?

1. Minimum of £643 per week / £33,475 per year (calculation based on £12.50 per hour plus weekly bonus)
2. 30% shift premium also applies to any Saturday work + half day off during the week so total working hours = 47.5hrs p/week.
3. Annual bonus of up to £1,000 paid out twice per year
4. £500 joining bonus payable after successful probation

Shift details:

47.5 hours per week, 5 days per week (Monday - Friday 7am - 5.30pm & Saturday 7am - 1pm on a rota basis)

In this role you will provide excellent support to the Transport and Loading Team, providing top class service to our customers. As a Loading Team operator, you will be responsible for loading and unloading lorries, building product stockpiles, attending to customers, general yard housekeeping and yard management duties.

All roles will contribute to ensure delivery of company products.

You will receive in-house accredited forklift Training.

Why Tobermore?

Benefits

Along with the great pay, you'll enjoy opportunities for growth and training that can increase your base rate. We also offer a range of extra benefits to make your time with us even better:

1. Private healthcare from Day 1 with Vitality
2. Holiday purchase scheme and additional loyalty holidays
3. Access to technology and cycle to work schemes
4. Uniform provided annually
5. Length of service rewards
6. Enhanced Paternity pay

If money and career progression are what you're after, now is the perfect time to join Tobermore and maximise your earnings while working in a modern production environment!

If You Would Like To Speak To a Member Of The HR Team To Find Out More, You Can Contact Us On

Phone - 02879642411

WhatsApp/Message - 07594645495

Email - [e-mail]

Please note we may also create a reserve / waiting list if there are a large volume of applications

About The Role

1. Operate forklift truck as per standard operating procedures and adhere to Health and safety requirements when driving. Adhere to speed limits throughout yard at all times.
2. Loading products onto delivery lorries and customer vehicles using the trucks in line with business timeframes.
3. Liaise with the Trade Counter staff for customer collections so that customers are dealt with in a timely manner.
4. Unloading products using the truck and stacking them in their designated places.
5. Carry out general yard housekeeping and complete daily yard management duties in your designated areas and as required.
6. Accurately complete necessary paperwork and data input required information into NAV system using Tobermore Tablet.
7. Identifying product damages and reporting discrepancies before loading the lorry or vehicle.
8. Daily truck inspections (oil, water, filters) and complete checklists to maintain your truck to reduce downtime and facilitate longevity. Make your manager aware of any unsafe hazards or anything requiring attention.
9. Manoeuvring forklifts safely in busy yard environments.
10. Ensure all work is completed to specified quality and safety standards.
11. Treat with care, attention and respect all items of Company property, e.g., protective clothing and equipment, machinery, tools and raw materials.
12. Observe all Company regulations regarding Health and Safety at Work, sickness absence, time keeping etc.
13. Adhere to specific yard rules and Company standards relevant to the department assigned to.
14. Communicate any problems, uncertainties, or training issues to relevant supervisor / manager.
15. Be fully aware of pedestrians and vehicles while operating forklift truck.
16. Participate in drawing offline when required.
17. Deal with all customers and lorry drivers in a courteous, professional, and efficient manner at all times.
18. Actively participate in Continuous Improvement meetings.
19. Any other duties as required and as deemed within your competence.

Skills Needed

Servicing, Improvement, Compliance, Managerial / Operational, Driving

About The Company

Tobermore began life as a humble sand and gravel business started by the Henderson family in 1942. We then diversified into concrete products, which were sold to the local community in the 1950s. In the late 1970s we became one of the forerunners in manufacturing block paving – or ‘Pavia’, as it was originally called. Now, more than 80 years later, we are one of the top paving and walling manufacturers in the UK and Ireland, and pride ourselves on our world-class technology and the unrivalled quality of our products. Achieving £85 million sales in 2021/22 and positioned number 24 in the NI Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies 2022, your future is in good hands. Working alongside forward thinking business professionals throughout the business and receiving continuous learning and support, start your Tobermore career today.

Company Culture

Our people To this day, the business remains family-run. We employ 450+ staff throughout the UK and Ireland. We embrace, encourage and engage in continuous improvement and continuous learning for all employees. Our people are the backbone to our company. They understand the importance of customer relationships. People buy from people. Our success is a testament to how customers appreciate our staff that have been trained and developed to deal professionally with all customer requirements. We only recruit people who share our values.

Desired Criteria

1. 5 GCSE including English & Maths A – C
2. Forklift certified (however accredited Training will be given in-house)
3. Working knowledge of loading computerised systems
4. Full and clean driving licence

Required Criteria

1. Must have forklift driving experience of at least 1 year
2. Interest to work in a Production / Manufacturing Environment
3. Professional person
4. IT Skills
5. Working to targets and deadlines
6. Able to work in a fast-paced setting
7. Problem solving abilities
8. Very well organised person
9. Great communication and interpersonal skills
10. Demonstrates our company H.E.A.R.T values

Closing Date

Thursday 1st May, 2025

Contract Type

fulltime

Salary

Based on Experience