Simon McIvor
Inverness,Inverness-shire
Summary
Experienced Warehouse Forklift Operator with a proven track record at Highland Haulage/ARR Craibs in Inverness, adept at operating forklifts and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in pallet stacking, manual handling, and equipment maintenance, with a strong focus on risk assessment and effective communication. Demonstrates expertise in machinery operation and load distribution understanding, contributing to efficient warehouse operations. Committed to maintaining health and safety standards while supporting team objectives. Career goal includes advancing within the logistics sector to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Highland Haulage/ARR Craibs
Inverness, Inverness-shire
08.1995 - Current
- Operated forklifts safely to transport goods and materials throughout warehouse, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Located and moved stock throughout warehouses using forklifts, pallets and crates.
- Communicated effectively with warehouse personnel and drivers to coordinate efficient loading and unloading schedules.
- Moved large, bulky items using fork lift vehicles with correct procedures.
- Kept in line with safety regulations by wearing hard hats, high viz and other PPE.
- Assisted with packaging and labelling of goods when required, supporting other warehouse operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and order within the work area, promoting a safe and productive environment.
- Conducted daily equipment checks on forklifts to maintain optimal performance and report any malfunctions.
- Inspected to verify received goods matched purchase orders.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, carefully stacking and securing goods to prevent damage during transportation.
Education
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - music/science/french, english and maths
Inverness Royal Academy
Inverness01-1989
Skills
- Forklift certification
- Pallet stacking
- Manual handling
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Machinery operation
- Risk assessment
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Self-motivation
- Health and safety awareness
- Team player
- Materials movement
- Load distribution understanding
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
- npors for ADT.
- First Aid at Work Certificate.
- Full Clean Driving Licence
Interests
- Enjoy exploring country Walks with our two dogs
- Listen to all types of music
- Photographing the auroras and night sky
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Highland Haulage/ARR Craibs
08.1995 - Current
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - music/science/french, english and maths
Inverness Royal Academy