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Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Maersk LineBellville, ZA
28 days ago
Job description

Job title : Forklift Operator

Job Location : Western Cape, Bellville

Deadline : October 03, 2025

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  • Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? A Forklift Operator is a professional who is responsible for moving pallets around warehouse.
  • They do this by using a forklift to load, unload and transfer pallets from trucks and containers for storage purposes throughout a warehouse

    • Key Responsibilities :

    Daily Forklift Operation :

  • Safely operate forklifts to transport pallets within the facility, from receiving areas to storage locations and loading docks.
  • Load and unload pallets from delivery trucks and containers.
  • Ensure proper handling of fruit pallets to prevent damage and maintain quality.
  • Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies to the supervisor team.
  • Assist in inventory tracking by scanning and recording pallet movements using warehouse management systems (WMS).

    • Quality Control & Compliance :

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Conduct and complete daily inspections and report any mechanical issues to the maintenance team.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping.
  • Ensure doors to the cold storage remain closed when not in use to maintain temperature integrity.

    • Team Collaboration :

  • Coordinate with warehouse staff, quality control teams, and drivers to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.
  • Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.

    • ​​​​​​​ Qualifications & Experience :

    Education :

  • Grade 12 diploma or equivalent required.
  • Relevant certifications (Forklift Certification)

    • ​​​​​​​ Experience :

  • Minimum of 1-5 years of operating experience, preferably in a cold storage environment.
  • Experience in the fruit export industry is preferred.

    • ​​​​​​​ Skills & Competencies :

  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to operate warehouse management systems (WMS) or scanners.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Being able to follow instructions accurately and in a timely manner is important
  • Ability to read and understand despatch and receiving documents, and safety guidelines.
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination and peripheral vision.
  • Efficient individual with excellent time management skills

    • ​​​​​​​ Working Conditions

  • The role requires working in a cold storage environment
  • Ability to perform manual labour and work with heavy equipment.
  • Some flexibility in working hours will be needed to accommodate the nature of the fruit industry.
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