Forklift Driver

About Us:

Deeside Timber frame is one of the UK’s leading timber frame design, manufacturing and installation companies. With over 40 years of experience in timber frame manufacturing, we continue to build on a strong and successful foundation.

As part of our ongoing expansion, we are investing in a new facility in Stonehaven. This development is a direct response to our robust pipeline of work and increasing geographical reach. It will enable us to meet growing demand, create new job opportunities, and further enhance our production capabilities.

We offer the opportunity to be part of a well-established, forward-looking business at an exciting stage in its growth.

Deeside Timber frame is part of the wider Bancon Group, which also encompasses Bancon Homes, and Bancon Construction. The Group mission is to innovate and lead in the UK’s home building and development sector, harnessing contemporary design, superior craftsmanship, and sustainable practices to create exceptional communities and deliver unparalleled quality.

Based at our manufacturing facility in Stonehaven the Forklift Driver will safely operate a multi-directional forklift to efficiently move goods around the busy factory and yard.

We have a positive working environment, with 5 key, core values running through our business, assuring our employees feel included, respected, trusted and cared for.

• Operate a Combi-Lift forklift safely and efficiently in accordance with both company procedures and legislative requirements.
• Your role will involve working both indoors or outside, as required.
• You must be able to follow instructions and plan carefully and accurately.
• Load and unload timber, panel products, and other materials.
• Transport raw materials, work-in-progress products, and finished goods throughout the production facility.
• Ensure the correct marking/ labelling and storage/ stacking of timber products within designated areas.
• Carry out daily pre-use vehicle inspections and reporting of any defects/ actions.
• Complete relevant documentation – booking-in goods, stock records, material movement records, and loading paperwork checks.
• Ensure all loads are secure, stable, and can be transported safely.
• You should be physically fit and agile.
• You should be able to work as part of a team.
• You will maintain good housekeeping within your work area.
• You will be fully aware of health and safety issues within the factory & yard environment.

• Combi-Lift / Counter-balance licence/certification.
• Previous experience operating forklifts within a manufacturing, timber, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment with a strong attention to detail.

Please note, the role will involve manual handling (lengths of timber and sheets of boarding).

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced holiday entitlement (plus additional long service days)
• Flexible options for buying & selling holidays
• Healthcare cash plan
• Pension & death in service benefit
• Sick pay
• Cycle to work & car maintenance schemes
• Gym & retail discounts
• Discounts on legal fees & services
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training

The Bancon Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.