Forklift Operator (Warehouse)

Oxyon People Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxyon People Solutions is looking for a skilled Forklift Operator in Johannesburg. The role involves safely maneuvering forklifts in busy industrial environments, loading and unloading trucks, and ensuring that forklift areas are safe.

Applicants must have a Matric qualification, valid forklift certification, and proven driving experience. The job requires attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification required for this role.
• Valid certification for forklift operation is essential.
• Proven experience as a forklift operator is a must.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver forklifts in industrial environments.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently.
• Maintain safety and equipment checks regularly.

Skills

Forklift operation

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Education

Matric

Valid certification to operate forklifts

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manoeuvring forklifts safely in busy industrial environments
• Safely loading and unloading trucks
• Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport
• Identifying damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
• Ensuring that forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions
• Regularly checking forklift equipment for faults or damages
• Using industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport
• Keeping up to date on health and safety requirements and forklift operating procedures
• Consolidating partial pallets for incoming goods

Qualifications

• Matric
• Valid certification to operate forklifts
• Excellent Communication skills (Verbal and written)

Experience and Training

• Proven experience as forklift operator
• Knowledge of SQAS would be advantageous
• Previous warehouse experience
• Hazardous materials training, as needed

Abilities

• Use own initiative
• Ability to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines
• Efficient individual with excellent time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Work with minimum or no supervision
• Team player
• Ability to work long hours and weekends when required
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment
• Own transport is required