Forklift Operator

Position: Forklift Operator

Location: CPT - CBD - Parrow Industrial

Type: Temp

Report To: Operation

Seniority Level: Professional

Sectors: Logistics, Warehouse & Freight

Functions: Forklift, Reach Truck, PPT Driver

Duties and Responsibilities:

To operate a forklift safely and efficiently to load, offload, move, stack, and store goods within the warehouse or distribution centre. The Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring accurate stock movement, preventing product damage, maintaining equipment, and complying with health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Forklift Operation:

• Operate forklifts safely to load, offload, lift, move, and stack goods.
• Transport pallets, raw materials, finished products, and other stock to designated warehouse locations.
• Load and offload trucks, containers, and delivery vehicles.
• Stack and retrieve goods from warehouse racking according to operational requirements.
• Ensure loads are balanced, secured, and within the forklift's rated capacity.
• Follow designated forklift routes and pedestrian safety procedures.
• Operate the forklift carefully to prevent damage to stock, racking, equipment, and property.
• Assist with receiving, dispatching, and moving stock within the warehouse.
• Verify product quantities, pallet labels, and stock identification where required.
• Move goods to the correct storage or dispatch areas.
• Assist with stock rotation and inventory control procedures.
• Ensure products are placed in the correct locations according to warehouse instructions.
• Report damaged goods, incorrect stock, and stock discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Assist with picking, replenishment, and general warehouse duties when required.

Health and Safety:

• Comply with company health and safety policies and warehouse operating procedures.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections before using the forklift.
• Check brakes, tyres, forks, warning lights, steering, and other safety features.
• Report defects, faults, accidents, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain safe operating speeds and follow pedestrian safety rules.
• Never exceed the forklift's rated load capacity.
• Park the forklift safely, lower the forks, apply the parking brake, and switch off the equipment when not in use.
• Keep the forklift clean and in good working condition.
• Complete daily inspection checklists and equipment logs.
• Report mechanical problems and arrange for repairs through the authorised supervisor
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Ensure pallets and goods are stored safely and do not obstruct walkways, exits, or emergency equipment.

General Responsibilities:

• Work effectively with warehouse staff, pickers, packers, loaders, and supervisors.
• Meet daily operational targets for loading, offloading, and stock movement.
• Follow instructions from management and comply with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements.
• Perform any other reasonable duties assigned by management.

Minimum Requirements

• Grad12 / Matric
• Valid forklift operator licence or certificate of competency.
• Previous forklift operating experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution.
• Knowledge of safe forklift operating procedures and warehouse safety standards.
• Rate:R55.45 Per Hour

• Good communication and teamwork skills