Job Description

To remove stock from the factory and to maintain Yard and stocking areas by use of Clamp trucks and other yard equipment. The booking in of raw materials when they arrive on site ensuring they are delivered to the appropriate silo. Will occasionally include loading finished goods onto customer vehicles There may also occasionally be a need to do a manual check of silo levels. Must adhere to all aspects of Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards.

To work closely with the shift colleagues, Yard team leader, Shift leaders, Safety Coordinator and Yard manager/ Shift manager to ensure the sites targets and objectives are achieved.



Key accountabilities



Health and Safety of self and others. Operating yard plant and equipment with effective communication. Loading of vehicles, unloading of factory out conveyor, in a safe and effective manner. Dealing with site deliveries. Maintaining section and site housekeeping standards. Participating in continuous improvement regarding waste, Quality, plant breakdowns, testing and trials. Must adhere to the golden rules

Job dimensions



Documents processed;

This role is responsible for the accuracy of:

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Loading Tickets Silo raw material delivery sheets Silo dip and stock take sheets

Job requirements



Effective communication skills. A good basic understanding of health & Safety is essential. R T I T B counterbalance license

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The role holder is expected:

to comply with all aspects of the Forterra Compliance Policy to ensure that all the business/operations are performed in accordance with instructions and procedures and in such a way to prevent any fraudulent activities taking place to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and to observe the requirements of the Company Safety Policy and other relevant legislation to update all areas of knowledge as required to carry out the job with maximum effectiveness and to attend training/development courses as and when required to comply will all aspects of the HR Policies and Procedures of the Company

Education/Qualification



Good literacy and numerical skill Ideally a Minium of a B1 counterbalance licence

Our Values



Innovate to Lead - We're empowered to continuously improve.



We enjoy bringing initiatives to the table, big or small. We never stand still; we are creative, passionate, and innovative, always looking to improve our business. We play our part in working towards a more sustainable future, through investments in carbon emissions reduction, product innovation and energy efficiency.

Pride in Excellence - We relish achievement and success.



We are proud of what we do, and the part that we play. We strive to be our best for our customers, delivering unrivalled products, outstanding quality, and leading customer service and technical support. We work hard to build strong relationships with our stakeholders and take great satisfaction in a job well done.

Collaborate and Care - We work in partnership and look out for each other.

We are one team. We thrive when working together and supporting one another. We learn and adapt, and believe in communicating openly, honestly, and with integrity. People's safety is always our number one priority. We always strive to do the right thing and actively engage with our local communities.

In addition to these functions employees are required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required.



We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.



Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.



Forterra's purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.



We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries' safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.