Forklift Driver
We're recruiting two experienced Forklift Drivers for a major refinery shutdown at Fawley Refinery, Southampton (SO45 1TX). To join the team, you must have previous industrial forklift operating experience, hold a valid CCNSG Safety Passport, possess Rough Terrain Masted certification, and be fully certified and eligible to operate a JCB 940 vertical-mast forklift.
⚠️ Start Date: 23/09/2026.
Our Forklift Driver will work on a 7-week assignment offering 60 hours per week.
The Role
Working as part of a refinery shutdown / turnaround team, duties will include:
Operating a JCB 940 rough terrain vertical-mast forklift safely and efficiently across the refinery site
Loading, unloading and transporting heavy materials, pipework, fittings and equipment on rough, uneven or muddy outdoor ground
Supporting site logistics and material movements to work fronts
Carrying out pre-use inspections and reporting defects
Ensuring all lifting and transportation activities are completed in accordance with site procedures
Working closely with supervisors, stores personnel and trades teams to ensure materials are available when required
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safety at all timesRequirements
Previous experience operating telehandlers or forklifts on industrial, refinery, petrochemical or shutdown projects
Valid CCNSG Safety Passport (or equivalent)
Valid Rough Terrain Telehandler certification (CPCS, NPORS or equivalent)
Fully certified and eligible to operate a JCB 940 Telehandler
Good understanding of site safety procedures and vehicle inspections
Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work effectively within a busy shutdown environmentApply Now
To be considered, please send your CV and confirm:
✅ Relevant rough terrain forklift operating experience
✅Rough Terrain Masted certification details
✅CCNSG expiry date (or equivalent)
✅ Availability to start on 23/09/2026 (essential)
Additional Information
Candidates must be available to start on 23/09/2026
7-week shutdown project
60 hours per week Monday to Friday & Sundays
These roles are Inside IR35
The advertised rates are CIS rates
Lodge support is available for qualifying non-local workers
