Driver: Forklift

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd is seeking a dependable Forklift Driver to support loading and replenishment in the warehouse. The role emphasizes safety, accurate stock placement, and maintaining clean, organized work areas to ensure smooth operations.

The position involves operating a forklift, performing routine inspections, and collaborating with the team in a high-pressure environment, including weekends and holiday rosters as required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Forklift license is required.
• 1–2 years FMCG warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Loading/Offloading of stock
• Forklift Inspection
• Safe Working Practices
• Housekeeping

Skills

Forklift operation

Stock control

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Numerical ability

Continuous improvement

Self-motivation

Accountability

Sense of urgency

Education

Grade 12

Forklift license

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About Premier FMCG

Premier FMCG is at the heart of South Africa's FMCG industry, delivering trusted, iconic brands across our Bakery, Milling, Confectionery, Home & Personal Care and Culinary divisions. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a high-performance growth culture. We empower our people to strive for excellence ensuring that our products and people make a difference in the everyday lives of our consumers.

Job Purpose

As a Forklift Driver, your main purpose will be loading stock within the department. Receiving and placing replenishment stock, in designated areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading/Offloading of stock
• Forklift Inspection
• Safe Working Practices
• Housekeeping

Experience And Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Forklift License
• At least 1-2 years' experience in a similar position in the FMCG environment

Skills and Competencies

• Must understand Business processes, rules and procedures
• Must understand Safe working practices
• Must understand Stock control principles
• Must have Good Communication skills
• Must understand Sense of urgency/results orientation
• Must have Numerical ability
• Must be Innovative with high focus on Continuous Improvements
• Must be able to work in a Team
• Must be Accountable
• Must be self-motivated
• Must have Respect for self and others

Working Conditions

• Pressurized environment
• 6-day position
• May be required to work Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays as per roaster.
• May be required to work shifts and overtime

Diversity & Inclusion

Premier FMCG is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people living with disabilities. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) for recruitment purposes.

Closing date: 11 September 2026