Forklift Operator & Driver

pllp; East London; On-site; ZAR 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

pllp in East London is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator & Driver to handle safe movement, storage and dispatch of stock, operate a forklift and assist with driving duties in a busy warehouse.

Requirements include Grade 12, a valid Code 8 driver’s licence and forklift licence, plus prior similar experience. You will offload, stock and inspect deliveries, maintain inventory records and support stock protection and security.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or a relevant certificate or qualification.
• Experience in a similar role.
• Valid Code 8 driver’s licence.
• Valid forklift licence.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and wear the required personal protective equipment.
• Receive stock from suppliers and verify quantities and condition.
• Offload incoming vehicles and stack materials and palletised stock in designated warehouse areas.
• Locate and move stock onto pallets or into crates for storage or dispatch.
• Accurately and efficiently dispatch stock to customers.
• Load materials and merchandise into trucks and containers.
• Identify and report damaged stock, shortages and quality concerns.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Conduct routine forklift inspections, report repair needs and carry out maintenance within the scope of the role.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and activity logs.
• Assist with stock security, regular stock counts and variance checks.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly working environment.
• Share practical knowledge with students and trainees.
• Assist with driving duties and carry out other reasonable tasks within the scope of the role.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stock handling

Safety compliance

Inventory logging

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Forklift Operator & Driver

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client is an established South African property company specialising in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate. Ethics, customer service and teamwork are central to its operations.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Our client is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator & Driver for a full-time position. The successful candidate will handle the safe movement, storage and dispatch of stock, operate a forklift and assist with driving duties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow safety procedures and wear the required personal protective equipment.
• Receive stock from suppliers and verify quantities and condition.
• Offload incoming vehicles and stack materials and palletised stock in designated warehouse areas.
• Locate and move stock onto pallets or into crates for storage or dispatch.
• Accurately and efficiently dispatch stock to customers.
• Load materials and merchandise into trucks and containers.
• Identify and report damaged stock, shortages and quality concerns.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Conduct routine forklift inspections, report repair needs and carry out maintenance within the scope of the role.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and activity logs.
• Assist with stock security, regular stock counts and variance checks.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly working environment.
• Share practical knowledge with students and trainees.
• Assist with driving duties and carry out other reasonable tasks within the scope of the role.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or a relevant certificate or qualification.
• Experience in a similar role.
• Valid Code 8 driver’s licence.
• Valid forklift licence.