Job Description

Overall Responsibility:

To operate the forklift with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. The goal will be to ensure that material and products will always be at the right place to achieve maximum efficiency.

Focus Area 1

Forklift Driver


Adhere to production schedules Loading, unloading, shipping and receiving warehouse items Keep track of the location of goods Move goods from one location to another Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency Picking and wrapping orders for shipment Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards

Focus Area 2

Health and Safety


Perform inspections on the forklift Perform routine maintenance on the forklift Ensure proper health and safety regulations are followed

Requirements of the Role

Matric qualification or equivalent Minimum of 2 years' forklift operator experience Valid certification to operate forklifts Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment Ability to perform tasks requiring physical activity and coordination

Preferred Skills/Competencies

Ability to follow established safety procedures and guidelines Capability to work independently with minimal supervision Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe working environment Knowledge of heavy machinery Great organizational skills




NB: Specific duties/responsibilities will vary from time to time: the above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in supporting the business by undertaking any other responsibilities which are aligned with this job level.