Forklift Operator

Maersk; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Forklift Operator to manage pallet movements within their warehouse. This role involves operating forklifts safely, adhering to health and safety regulations, and collaborating with warehouse staff. Candidates should have a Grade 12 diploma, relevant certifications, and 1-5 years of experience, especially in a cold storage environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-5 years operating experience.
• Relevant certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts for moving pallets in the facility.
• Conduct daily inspections and comply with safety regulations.
• Assist in inventory tracking using WMS.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Forklift Certification

Job description

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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