FORKLIFT OPERATOR - UAE

Location: UAE
Type: Full-Time

Company Presentation

Aertssen Machinery Services is proudly part of the Aertssen Group, a family-owned company based in Belgium with over 60 years of history. Over the past 15 years, with our state-of-the-art machinery, we have established a reputable presence in the Middle East, with offices in UAE, Qatar, Oman and KSA. We operate in two divisions: Heavy Lifting & Earthmoving, ensuring the execution of a wide range of diverse projects on daily basis. Our advanced fleet of high-tech machinery, combined with our nine hundred specialized employees, empowers us to consistently deliver customer-centric service. Our employees are invaluable to us. After all, it's the synergy between our passionate team and our machinery that drives our daily excellence in everything we do.

At Aertssen Machinery Services, our mission is to live up to the promise made in our slogan every day: People, power, and passion to build on.

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join our team in the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing various lifting operations using assembly cranes and forklifts at construction sites and industrial facilities, ensuring all tasks are executed safely and efficiently.

• Perform lifting, positioning, and placement of machinery, equipment, and other heavy objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
• Conduct daily inspections of cranes and lifting equipment to ensure proper functionality and identify any mechanical issues.
• Ensure all lifting operations are carried out safely and in compliance with company policies and site regulations.
• Maintain clear and constant communication with the Manager, Foreman, Rigger, and other team members to coordinate lifting activities.
• Always follow safety procedures and operational guidelines.

• At least 5-year-old UAE Driving License (No. 8).
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in the Oil & Gas field.
• Ability to speak, read, and write basic English
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in the operation and application of lifting equipment and gear
• Follow safety procedures and operational guidelines at all times

We offer you the opportunity to join an internationally growing company. You will be part of our dynamic team, you will be able to contribute to and benefit from our continuous expansion and global reach.