Turret Driver

University of Fort Hare; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare in Durban is seeking a Turret Driver to safely operate turret trucks, manage stock in high-bay racking, and support accurate inventory control across receiving, storage, production and dispatch areas. You will follow SOPs, perform pre-op checks, and ensure loads are secure.

The role requires forklift certification, willingness to work shifts, and ability to work in varying temperatures and heights. Experience with WMS and RF scanners is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• Valid turret truck/forklift certification or licence.
• Experience operating a turret truck preferred.
• Experience in narrow aisle, high-rack storage advantageous.
• Familiar with WMS and RF scanning equipment advantageous.
• Able to sit and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Comfortable working at heights using a turret truck.
• Able to work in varying warehouse temperatures and environments.
• Capable of lifting and handling products within safe manual handling limits when required.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, or public holidays as operationally required.

Responsibilities

• Operate turret truck safely and efficiently in accordance with company procedures and applicable health and safety regulations.
• Pick, replenish, and put away stock in high-bay racking systems.
• Accurately transport materials between receiving, storage, production, and dispatch areas.
• Verify product quantities and locations using warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections of the turret truck and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Ensure loads are stable, secure, and handled without causing product or equipment damage.
• Maintain accurate inventory by following stock rotation procedures and reporting discrepancies.
• Assist with stock counts and cycle counts as required.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free from safety hazards.
• Follow all warehouse procedures, quality standards, and safe operating practices.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse staff, supervisors, and other departments to meet operational targets.

Skills

Turret truck experience

Extended sitting

Adaptability to heights

Temperatures and environments

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent

Turret truck/forklift certification

Tools

WMS

RF scanning

Job description

Job Title: Turret Driver

Location: Durban

Job Overview:

The Turret Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a turret truck to move, store, retrieve, and replenish stock within narrow aisle warehouse environments. The role supports accurate inventory management, timely order fulfilment, and compliance with all safety, quality, and operational standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• Valid turret truck/forklift operator certification or licence.
• Previous experience operating a turret truck in a warehouse environment is preferred.
• Experience working in narrow aisle, high-rack storage facilities is advantageous.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and RF scanning equipment is an advantage.
• Ability to sit and operate warehouse equipment for extended periods.
• Comfortable working at elevated heights using a turret truck.
• Ability to work in varying warehouse temperatures and environments.
• Capable of lifting and handling products within safe manual handling limits when required.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, or public holidays as operationally required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a turret truck safely and efficiently in accordance with company procedures and applicable health and safety regulations.
• Pick, replenish, and put away stock in high-bay racking systems.
• Accurately transport materials between receiving, storage, production, and dispatch areas.
• Verify product quantities and locations using warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections of the turret truck and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Ensure loads are stable, secure, and handled without causing product or equipment damage.
• Maintain accurate inventory by following stock rotation procedures and reporting discrepancies.
• Assist with stock counts and cycle counts as required.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free from safety hazards.
• Follow all warehouse procedures, quality standards, and safe operating practices.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse staff, supervisors, and other departments to meet operational targets.