Forklift Driver

The Forklift Driver is responsible for maintaining inventory and for production area cleanliness. Operates fork lifts to stack and retrieve goods, supplies and materials. Being a Forklift Driver typically requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Documents and maintains inventory records. In addition, Forklift Driver typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Forklift Driver possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.

Forklift Driver Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Forklift Driver to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • General warehouse duties – labelling, replenish, loading, unloading, & stocktake;
  • Forklift Operating (LF and/or HR);
  • Picking & Packing of various products;
  • RF Scanning;
  • stacking and strapping pipes;
  • Loading/unloading trucks and other vehicles;
  • Store the goods in appropriate places in manufacturing or in the warehouse;
  • Operating a Counter Balance Forklift;
  • Picking & Packing of customer orders;
  • Load and unload goods from trucks using forklift and other material handling equipment;
  • Moving long loads in the YARD;
  • Picking/Packing stock;
  • Assisting with other warehouse related tasks when needed – we work as a team;
  • Machine operating;
  • General storeman duties.

Requirements:

  • Loading and Unloading of trucks with a forklift;
  • Our client requires someone who is reliable, punctual, flexible and committed;
  • Minimum of 6 months experience operating a Forklift;
  • Police Clearance Required (or willing to obtain);
  • Minimum 6 months in a physically demanding role;
  • Asbestos awareness training;
  • Forklift Licence;
  • Previous experience driving a Forklift;
  • White card.