Forklift Operator (Valid UAE License)
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Permanent, shore-based Forklift Operator role in Abu Dhabi supporting operations across company yard, warehouse, jetty, and vessel areas.
The role focuses on safe movement, loading, unloading, and positioning of materials and equipment.
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Role Overview
Permanent, shore-based Forklift Operator role in Abu Dhabi supporting operations across company yard, warehouse, jetty, and vessel areas.
The role focuses on safe movement, loading, unloading, and positioning of materials and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts to move equipment, pipes, pallets, tools, spare parts, containers, and other materials.
- Load and unload trucks at the yard or warehouse.
- Move equipment between warehouse, workshop, yard, jetty, and project staging areas.
- Position heavy equipment accurately for lifting or transportation.
- Check load weight, dimensions, load center, and stability before moving a load.
- Perform daily forklift inspections and check tires, forks, hydraulics, brakes, lights, horn, seat belt, and alarms.
- Report damage, malfunctions, or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
- Keep yard and storage areas clean and organized.
- Follow HSE procedures, PPE requirements, toolbox talks, risk assessments, and Permit-to-Work requirements.
- Coordinate with storekeepers, riggers, logistics personnel, vessel crew, and project teams.
Requirements
- Valid UAE Forklift Operator License.
- Minimum five years of experience with recognized forklift certification.
- Proven experience in warehouse, yard, logistics, marine, offshore, or industrial environments.
- Good understanding of forklift safety, load capacity, load center, and safe material handling.
- Ability to work safely around cranes, riggers, trucks, and heavy equipment.
- Good communication and coordination skills with banksmen, signalers, and operational teams.
- Basic understanding of HSE requirements and lifting procedures.
- Good housekeeping and organizational skills.
- Physically fit, safety-conscious, and aware of surrounding activities.
- Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safe lifting practices.
- Diploma or trade certification is preferred.
Benefits
- Attractive salary plus benefits.
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