Warehouse Operative Forklift

Northwards provides a high-quality freight and haulage service from/to our depots in Shetland, Orkney, Aberdeen, Inverness, Scrabster and Glasgow, and, through partner collaborations, throughout the UK and Europe.

We share a genuine commitment to putting customers first by providing on-time and reliable delivery of goods and equipment. Every member of our team has an important role to play in maintaining our standards and driving the business forward.

The Role

We have an opening for a Warehouse Operative in our Orkney Depot. This is an interesting and varied full-time position within a busy team.

Key Duties

• Loading and unloading vehicles safely
• Taking receipt of deliveries and ensuring all goods match relevant paperwork
• Keeping accurate records of goods in and out, ensuring logistics office receive accurate and up to date information
• Keeping warehouse and yard environment clean, tidy and safe at all times
• Following workplace health and safety rules
• Ensuring efficient operations by adhering to operational procedures, rules and schedules
• Maintaining warehouse equipment

Skills and Requirements

• 3T and 16T counterbalance forklift experience preferred, training can be provided
• Attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
• Familiarity with warehouse environment
• Van Driving licence

Please apply by sending your cv and covering letter to  by 23.59 on 28 th February 2026. For an informal discussion regarding this job please contact Chris Craigie on  Northwards reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.