Side Loader Operator

Side Loader Operator
Salary based on skills and experience
Brighouse, Huddersfield HD6
Hours:
* 40 hours per week
* Monday to Thursday: 7.15am to 4.00pm
* Friday: 7.15am to 2.30pm
* Optional Saturday overtime, approximately 1 in 4
Firth Steels is an established, family-run manufacturer with around 35 years' experience in the steel industry.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate a side loader forklift to move materials within the yard, warehouse, or facility.
* Load and unload vehicles or storage racks, following FSL loading guidelines.
* Transport long or oversized materials efficiently in tight or narrow spaces.
* Conduct pre-shift inspections of the sideloader equipment and report any issues.
* Maintain accurate documentation of movements, loads, and inventory when required.
* Follow all safety rules, traffic guidelines, and handling procedures.
* Assist with general warehouse or yard duties as assigned.
* Communicate effectively with dispatchers, supervisors, and team members.
* Ensure work areas remain clean, organised, and hazard-free.
Required Qualifications
* Category C1: Sideloaders with a lift capacity up to and including 5,000kg.
* Category C2: Sideloaders with a lift capacity over 5,000kg and up to 15,000kg.
* Minimum 1–2 years of experience operating a counterbalance, side loader, or similar heavy equipment.
* Good understanding of load balancing, material handling, and equipment safety.
* Ability to control long or heavy loads safely and precisely.
* Physically able to sit for long periods and perform manual handling tasks as needed.
* Strong attention to detail, spatial awareness, and safety mindset.
* Ability to work in outdoor or indoor environments and adapt to weather conditions (if applicable).
* Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required.
Preferred Qualifications
* B1: Counterbalance trucks with a lift capacity up to and including 5,000kg.
* B2: Counterbalance trucks with a lift capacity over 5,000kg and up to 15,000kg.
* Knowledge of warehouse management systems or basic inventory processes.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
If you feel that you possess the relevant skills and experience, please send your cv by return.
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