Forklift Operator – Warehouse & Dispatch

Heineken; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Heineken in Wadeville Production, within the Warehouse Department, invites applications for a forklift operator role. The successful candidate will report to the Warehouse Team Leader and support daily warehouse tasks to ensure timely dispatch of finished goods.

Requirements include Grade 12/Matric, 1–2 years forklift experience, safety awareness, English literacy, and strong teamwork. Medical fitness is preferred to maintain site safety standards.

Qualifications

• Forklift operating experience in a warehouse environment.
• Loading and unloading of trucks.
• Solid understanding of warehouse safety and safe working procedures.
• Proficient in reading/writing English.
• Ability to meet dispatch deadlines and work under pressure.
• Willingness to support broader warehouse tasks when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate the forklift safely and efficiently.
• Conduct daily forklift pre-use checklist and report defects.
• Stack, retrieve and transport products per instructions and SOPs.
• Load finished goods onto trucks ensuring stability and product integrity.
• Maintain accurate stock movement documentation.
• Comply with safety rules, site procedures and PPE requirements.
• Participate in TPM and continuous improvement activities.
• Report unsafe conditions/near misses.

Skills

Forklift operation

Loading/unloading trucks

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication (English)

Work under pressure

Dispatch deadlines

Education

Grade 12 / Matric certificate

Job description

Heineken in Wadeville Production, within the Warehouse Department, invites applications for a forklift operator role. The successful candidate will report to the Warehouse Team Leader and support daily warehouse tasks to ensure timely dispatch of finished goods.

Requirements include Grade 12/Matric, 1–2 years forklift experience, safety awareness, English literacy, and strong teamwork. Medical fitness is preferred to maintain site safety standards.