Forklift Operator

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime

On-site training

Safe environment

Team focus

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a certified Forklift Operator to join a busy warehouse facility in Nelspruit. You will operate forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise, ensuring accuracy and safety in daily workflow.

The ideal candidate holds a valid forklift license, has warehouse experience, and collaborates well with a logistics team to meet operational targets while adhering to safety regulations. Competitive hourly pay and on-site training are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift operator license or certification.
• Experience operating forklifts in warehouse or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to move materials around the warehouse.
• Load and unload goods from trucks and into/out of storage areas.
• Safely stack and stage merchandise in designated locations, ensuring stability and accessibility.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on forklifts to ensure safe operation.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies while operating equipment.
• Assist with inventory counts and other warehouse tasks as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a certified and experienced Forklift Operator to join their busy warehouse facility in Nelspruit . You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. This role is critical for maintaining workflow within the warehouse, ensuring materials are moved accurately and safely to designated areas. The ideal candidate will have a valid forklift license, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work collaboratively within a logistics team to meet operational targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to move materials around the warehouse.
• Load and unload goods from trucks and into/out of storage areas.
• Safely stack and stage merchandise in designated locations, ensuring stability and accessibility.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on forklifts to ensure safe operation.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies while operating equipment.
• Assist with inventory counts and other warehouse tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Forklift Operator license/certification.
• Proven experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and best practices.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Good physical condition and ability to lift up to X kg.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable logistics company.
• On-site training and skill development.
• Safe and well-maintained work environment.
• Team-oriented atmosphere focused on operational efficiency.