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🟢 Actively Hiring · Posted 24d ago ⏳ Closes in 67 days UK Corridor 🛡️ UK Work Eligibility 🏢 Company - Private

(Backshift) Forklift Driver

Salary Range
£17 - £17
£1 - £1 / mo

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Location Base
Glasgow, Scotland
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

Requisition Id: 1557 Location: Glasgow, Scotland, GB, G15 6RW About Edrington Edrington’s vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands. The Macallan is our central focus, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the fast-growing single malt category and Naked Malt in the blended malt category. Our portfolio is completed with The Famous Grouse Blended Scotch Whisky, Brugal premium rum from the Dominican Republic and Noble Oak American Whiskey. Edrington also has strategic partnerships for No.3 London Dry Gin and Wyoming Whiskey. Remuneration and Package
  • Salary: £17.44 per hour (+ shift allowance)
  • Contract: Permanent
  • 37 days holiday + 4 Giving More Days
  • Attractive pension
  • Share reward scheme
  • Flexible working
  • Global wellbeing programme
  • Product Allowance
Position Summary An opportunity has arisen for a (Backshift) Forklift Truck (FLT) Driver to join the Cased Goods Warehouse on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Export Despatch Team Lead, the FLT Driver will be responsible for the safe unloading/loading, transportation, and storage of cased goods/ materials at GWR. This will include loading/unloading of containers, as well as the safe use of racking (including gravity racking). Job Description
  • Ability to operate all forms of forklift truck used within department i.e. counter-balance & reach-truck and related attachments
  • Use the RDT (Radio Data Terminal) and scanners to receive and confirm work activity and stock movements
  • Identify required load configuration to achieve safe loads
  • Liaise with Team Leaders in all instances where product is received and deemed to be ‘non-conforming’ in terms of handling storage and loading
  • Perform forklift tasks to satisfy housekeeping standards and warehouse capacity
  • Carry out all duties with proper regard for Health and Safety (H&S), Customs & Excise (C&E) regulations and Known Consignor (K.C.) scheme
  • Perform routine checks for maintenance of forklift trucks, ensuring that daily checklist sheet is completed prior to use
Skills and Experience To be considered for this role, applications will be accepted from drivers with proven forklift truck driving experience, and who hold a current forklift truck licence. You will be self-disciplined and self-motivated; with the ability to work and communicate well with a variety of people. Attention to detail is paramount, as is initiative, flexibility, and a positive attitude towards teamwork. SAP transaction experience is desirable. If you are successful in your application, your employment will be subject to pre-employment screening, which includes a basic disclosure check. Employee value proposition At Edrington, you will experience an incredible culture based on respect and giving more. We are exceptionally passionate about our brands and genuinely care about our people, continually investing in their development and wellbeing. Join Edrington and make a world of difference.

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

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Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

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Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

🇬🇧 Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.

🏛️ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

⚖️ Official regulatory reference: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) & Home Office Sponsor Register.

Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for (Backshift) Forklift Driver roles across Edrington's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Food & Beverage Manufacturing.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.

3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £17 - £17 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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