Forklift driver

Clydesdale Personnel Management; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Clydesdale Personnel Management is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for a contract role at Endecot. You will safely operate a forklift, load and unload goods, and move stock to designated storage areas in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The role requires a valid forklift licence, at least 23 years of forklift experience, and the ability to work under pressure. Some positions may involve overtime and shift work in a busy logistics setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid forklift operator licence/certificate.
• Minimum 23 years of forklift operating experience.
• Grade 10/12 or equivalent.
• Experience in warehouse, logistics or manufacturing is advantageous.
• Experience loading and offloading trucks/containers.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to load, unload, move and stack materials.
• Receive and dispatch goods accurately.
• Assist with loading and offloading trucks and containers.
• Move stock to designated storage areas.
• Follow health and safety procedures.
• Maintain stock movement records.
• Assist with general warehouse duties when required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Reliability and punctuality

Physical fitness

Education

Grade 10/12 or equivalent

Tools

Forklift licence/certificate

Job description

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Location: Endecot, Employment Type: Contract

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Forklift Operator to join our team in Endecot. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely operating a forklift, loading and offloading goods, moving stock and ensuring that warehouse operations are carried out efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to load, unload, move and stack materials and stock.
• Receive and dispatch goods accurately.
• Assist with loading and offloading trucks and containers.
• Move stock to designated storage areas.
• Ensure goods are handled carefully to prevent damage.
• Conduct daily pre-use inspections of the forklift and report any faults or defects.
• Maintain accurate stock movement records where required.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Maintain good housekeeping within the warehouse and work area.
• Assist with general warehouse duties when required.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 10/12 or equivalent.
• Valid Forklift Operator Licence/Certificate.
• Minimum 23 years' forklift operating experience.
• Previous warehouse, logistics or manufacturing experience will be advantageous.
• Experience loading and offloading trucks and containers.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual and physically fit.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime when required.