Precision Forklift Operator: Safe Equipment Handling

Zahid Industries; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Zahid Industries in Saudi Arabia is seeking a qualified forklift operator to support workshop activities, loading and unloading heavy equipment and materials as directed.

You will work in a safety-focused environment, adhering to QHSE rules, completing pre-use inspections and coordinating with supervisors for loads and routes to ensure efficient, safe material handling across workshop bays and loading points.

Qualifications

• High school or technical qualification preferred.
• Valid forklift/heavy forklift operator certification required.
• Site induction, workshop traffic rules, PPE and QHSE orientation required before operating in the workshop.
• Refresher training required after incident/near miss, unsafe practice observation, equipment change or as defined by company/site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely inside the workshop to support CORE workshop work and customer equipment handling.
• Move, position, load and unload heavy equipment, skids, baskets, frames, tools and materials as instructed.
• Maintain safe material flow in workshop bays, storage areas and loading points while protecting people, assets and customer property.
• Complete daily pre-use inspection and do not operate if a defect or unsafe condition is identified.
• Confirm load weight, centre of gravity, rated capacity, route clearance and need for banksman before movement.
• Control speed, visibility, reversing, blind spots and movements in confined workshop areas.
• Report incidents, near misses, equipment defects or asset damage immediately.
• Keep forklift, attachments and work areas clean, serviceable and ready.
• Comply with company policies, QHSE, housekeeping and supervisor instructions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load handling

Safety awareness

English (basic)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Zahid Industries in Saudi Arabia is seeking a qualified forklift operator to support workshop activities, loading and unloading heavy equipment and materials as directed.

You will work in a safety-focused environment, adhering to QHSE rules, completing pre-use inspections and coordinating with supervisors for loads and routes to ensure efficient, safe material handling across workshop bays and loading points.