RG Setsquare
Bideford, Devon
Forklift Driver - Civils Site (Long-Term) Location: Bideford, Devon Starting- ASAP Long term role Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Forklift Driver to support a long-term civil engineering project in the Bideford area. The role involves operating a forklift to move, load, and distribute materials across a busy civils site, along with general site-support duties when required. Safety, reliability, and good communication with site teams are essential. Key Duties & Responsibilities Forklift Operations Safely operate a forklift (or other site-appropriate lift truck) to move materials, equipment, and pallets around the site. Load and unload deliveries from lorries and transport vehicles. Move materials between lay-down areas, work zones, and storage areas. Assist with placing materials for groundworkers, formwork crews, concrete teams, drainage teams, and other civils trades. Site & Material Handling Maintain tidy and organised material storage areas. Support manual handling and movement of smaller items when forklift use is not required. Assist in setting up site equipment, barriers, fencing, and temporary works materials. Liaise with site managers, supervisors, and logistics personnel to ensure materials are delivered to the correct areas on time. Safety & Compliance Carry out daily safety checks on the forklift and report defects. Follow all site health & safety rules , traffic-management plans, and exclusion zones. Use correct PPE at all times. Ensure safe lifting, stacking, and handling procedures. General Site Support Assist groundworkers and labourers during quieter forklift periods. Help unload deliveries manually where needed. Keep work areas, pathways, and loading zones clean and hazard-free. Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential Valid Forklift licence Prior experience on a civils, construction, or infrastructure site . Strong awareness of site safety and safe-lifting practices. Ability to work in outdoor, uneven, and changing site conditions. Good communication skills and ability to coordinate with multiple trades. Desirable NPORS or CPCS card for additional plant (telehandler, dumper, roller, etc.). CSCS card. Typical Working Conditions Long-term project Monday-Friday, with potential for weekend or overtime during busy periods. Ideal Candidate Profile Reliable and punctual. Safety-focused and compliant with all site procedures. Flexible to help with non-forklift tasks when needed. Works well with site teams and supervisors. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Forklift Driver - Civils Site (Long-Term) Location: Bideford, Devon Starting- ASAP Long term role Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Forklift Driver to support a long-term civil engineering project in the Bideford area. The role involves operating a forklift to move, load, and distribute materials across a busy civils site, along with general site-support duties when required. Safety, reliability, and good communication with site teams are essential. Key Duties & Responsibilities Forklift Operations Safely operate a forklift (or other site-appropriate lift truck) to move materials, equipment, and pallets around the site. Load and unload deliveries from lorries and transport vehicles. Move materials between lay-down areas, work zones, and storage areas. Assist with placing materials for groundworkers, formwork crews, concrete teams, drainage teams, and other civils trades. Site & Material Handling Maintain tidy and organised material storage areas. Support manual handling and movement of smaller items when forklift use is not required. Assist in setting up site equipment, barriers, fencing, and temporary works materials. Liaise with site managers, supervisors, and logistics personnel to ensure materials are delivered to the correct areas on time. Safety & Compliance Carry out daily safety checks on the forklift and report defects. Follow all site health & safety rules , traffic-management plans, and exclusion zones. Use correct PPE at all times. Ensure safe lifting, stacking, and handling procedures. General Site Support Assist groundworkers and labourers during quieter forklift periods. Help unload deliveries manually where needed. Keep work areas, pathways, and loading zones clean and hazard-free. Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential Valid Forklift licence Prior experience on a civils, construction, or infrastructure site . Strong awareness of site safety and safe-lifting practices. Ability to work in outdoor, uneven, and changing site conditions. Good communication skills and ability to coordinate with multiple trades. Desirable NPORS or CPCS card for additional plant (telehandler, dumper, roller, etc.). CSCS card. Typical Working Conditions Long-term project Monday-Friday, with potential for weekend or overtime during busy periods. Ideal Candidate Profile Reliable and punctual. Safety-focused and compliant with all site procedures. Flexible to help with non-forklift tasks when needed. Works well with site teams and supervisors. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
