Forklift Operator & General Operative

Company:        H&J Martin Construction Ltd 
Job Type:        Full-Time, Permanent     
Reports to:        Site Manager
Starting Location:    Newry

Join H&J Martin Construction as a Forklift Operator & General Operative 
H&J Martin Construction (part of Lagan Specialist Group) is one of Ireland’s longest standing and most successful Building Contractors. We have successfully contributed to the Built Heritage of Ireland, with the delivery of Iconic buildings such as the City Hall in Belfast, the Slieve Donard Hotel in County Down and Arnotts Department store in Dublin. Our contribution to Iconic sites has continued in recent times with the ongoing Development of the famous Kings Hall site in Belfast. Joining us means becoming part of a team that delivers projects with real significance and a lasting impact.

Role Overview
The Forklift Operator and General Operative will report directly to the Site Manager and will carry out a number of duties necessary for the operation of the site.

What you’ll do 
The following reflect the main tasks associated with your position and are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive.
•    Distributing material
•    Placing goods/material in the allocated location on ground and at high level
•    Loading and unloading of deliveries via pallets
•    Emptying forklift tipping skills
•    Perform daily equipment checks (oil, tyres, battery, safety controls) and report defects.
•    General labouring duties
•    Maintaining Health & Safety standards on site
•    Compliance with Health Safety & Environmental Policy
•    Other ad hoc duties commensurate with this position

Job Measurement Data: 
•    Undertake job competently and professionally
•    Use working time efficiently and effectively
•    Complete works within specified and agreed timescales

Key Relationships
You report directly to the Site Manager/Project Manager. It is essential that you maintain an effective working relationship which will assist in the efficient and effective management of the business. It is essential that you maintain an effective working relationship with the supply chain at site.

What you’ll bring
Essential:  
•    Recent and relevant forklift experience within the construction industry
•    Must hold a relevant CSR / CPCS card and valid forklift license
•    Strong working knowledge of HSQE legislation for the construction industry
•    Possess high aptitude for attention to detail
•    A proactive and flexible working approach with the ability to adapt to changing situations
•    Experience of working in a fast-track project environment
Desirable: 
•    Planning, prioritising & organising skills
•    Influencing, negotiation and interpersonal communication
•    Self-assertion and personal impact
•    Decision making & problem solving
•    Ability to work effectively as part of the site team
•    Maintain a proactive approach to the role at all times

Our Values
Our values are important to how we run our business. We have been awarded Platinum Investors in People in recognition of our people management practices and investment in learning and development. We are therefore looking for candidates that can demonstrate behaviours in line with our core values and continue with our culture of putting people first:
•    Caring
•    Trust 
•    Respect 
•    Fun
•    Open & Honest 
•    Safety

What you’ll get 
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and work–life balance, including:
•    Generous holiday allowance (with option to buy more)
•    Free annual health checks
•    Health cash plan 
•    24/7 virtual GP and employee assistance programme
•    Life assurance (4× salary)
•    Cycle to Work scheme
•    Paid professional memberships
•    Use of our private Company Gym at Head Office in Belfast
•    Subsidised gym membership
•    Enhanced family leave policies
•    Annual Volunteer Day – to support your choice of volunteering activity 


Your application
At Lagan Specialist Group, we want everyone to feel welcome. That’s why we are committed to working with you to make the application process as easy as possible. If you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at human.resources@laganscg.com and we will be happy to help.

The closing date for completed applications is Friday 27th February 2026 @ 12noon 

LAGAN SPECIALIST GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITES EMPLOYER - We will not discriminate against anyone on the grounds of Sex, Pregnancy or maternity, Gender reassignment, Marital or Civil Partnership status, Religious or other similar philosophical belief, Political Opinion, Racial group, Sexual orientation, Disability or Age