Forklift Driver - #2174538

Job Description – Forklift Driver

Licence Requirement: Valid Forklift Operator Licence (Mandatory)

Location: Birmingham, UK

Job Type: Full-time

About the Company

An internationally recognised design and production group specialising in themed entertainment, immersive experiences, attractions, exhibitions, and bespoke fabrication projects. The Birmingham operation supports complex production and project delivery through specialist manufacturing, materials handling, warehouse operations, and logistics.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Forklift Driver to support warehouse operations, manufacturing activities, and project logistics at our Birmingham facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating forklift equipment safely, handling and positioning materials, fabricated components, scenic elements, and production equipment, and supporting the efficient movement of goods across workshop, warehouse, and dispatch areas.

A valid forklift operator licence is mandatory, alongside practical experience in material handling, load stability, and workplace health and safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

· Operate forklift trucks safely and efficiently to lift, transport, load, unload, and position raw materials, fabricated components, machinery, and project-related equipment.

· Support the movement of specialist fabrication components, props, scenic structures, and production materials across warehouse, workshop, and storage areas.

· Conduct pre-operational forklift inspections, identify mechanical defects, and report maintenance requirements promptly.

· Assess load weight, dimensions, stability, and lifting requirements to ensure safe handling and prevent damage to materials and equipment.

· Assist with vehicle loading, unloading, palletisation, stock movement, and the preparation of goods for dispatch and project delivery.

· Coordinate with warehouse, production, fabrication, and logistics teams to ensure materials are available in line with production schedules and project deadlines.

· Maintain accurate records of material movements, stock transfers, deliveries, and collections where required.

· Ensure materials are stored securely and efficiently, maintaining clear access routes and designated storage areas.

· Follow site traffic management procedures, manual handling guidelines, risk assessments, and company Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies.

· Maintain the cleanliness and operational readiness of forklift equipment and associated work areas.

· Support general warehouse and logistics activities as required to maintain efficient day-to-day operations.

What We’re Looking For

Mandatory: Valid forklift operator licence or recognised forklift training certification appropriate to the equipment being operated.

· Previous experience operating forklift trucks in a warehouse, manufacturing, construction, fabrication, or production environment.

· Practical knowledge of load handling, weight distribution, load stability, and safe stacking procedures.

· Understanding of workplace traffic management, equipment inspection procedures, and material handling risk assessments.

· Ability to handle large, heavy, and irregularly shaped materials safely, using appropriate lifting equipment and procedures.

· Strong awareness of workplace Health and Safety requirements and a commitment to maintaining safe working practices.

· Good communication, teamwork, and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across production and logistics teams.

· Reliable, punctual, and proactive approach, with the flexibility to adapt to changing production priorities and project deadlines.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing and production environment while maintaining accuracy and operational safety.