15 Forklifts jobs in South Africa

• Operating a forklift to load, offload, and move stock
• Assisting with receiving and dispatching goods
• Ensuring stock is handled safely and stored correctly
• Keeping the working area clean and organised
• Supporting general warehouse and stock duties when required
• Following safety procedures at all times.

• Valid Forklift License (a must)
• Minimum of 5 years forklift driving experience
• Previous experience working in a retail environment
• Able to work under pressure and as part of a team
• Physically fit and reliable
• Good communication and time management skills.

MAIN JOB FUNCTION

• Moving of accident damaged vehicles.
• Loading of vehicles from tow trucks and carriers.
• Complete checklist on forklift checks daily.
• Ensure that vehicles being moved, as well as forklift, is not damaged during moving and loading of vehicles.
• Taking photos of vehicles using application phone.
• Assist with stocking in and releasing of vehicles. 

KEY SKILLS

• Driving of 5-ton forklift.
• Both written and verbal communication skills.
• Organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
• The ability to be proactive and take the initiative.
• Time management.
• Good team working skills.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS 

• Matric
• Motor Industry experience will be advantageous
• Contactable references
• Valid Forklift License
• 2 Years experience

MAIN JOB FUNCTION:

• Moving of accident damaged vehicles.
• Loading of vehicles from tow trucks and carriers.
• Complete checklist on forklift checks daily.
• Ensure that vehicles being moved, as well as forklift, is not damaged during moving and loading of vehicles.
• Taking photos of vehicles using application phone.
• Assist with stocking in and releasing of vehicles.

Key Skills

• Driving of 5 ton forklift
• Both written and verbal communication skills;
• Organisational skills and the ability to multitask;
• The ability to be proactive and take the initiative;
• Time management;
• Good team working skills;

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION

• Matric
• Motor Industry experience will be advantageous
• Contactable references

MAIN JOB FUNCTION

• Moving of accident damaged vehicles.
• Loading of vehicles from tow trucks and carriers.
• Complete checklist on forklift checks daily.
• Ensure that vehicles being moved, as well as forklift, is not damaged during moving and loading of vehicles.
• Taking photos of vehicles using application phone.
• Assist with stocking in and releasing of vehicles. 

KEY SKILLS

• Driving of 5 ton forklift.
• Both written and verbal communication skill's.
• Organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
• The ability to be proactive and take the initiative.
• Time management.
• Good team working skills.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS 

• Matric
• Motor Industry experience will be advantageous
• Contactable references

MAIN JOB FUNCTION

• Moving of accident damaged vehicles.
• Loading of vehicles from tow trucks and carriers.
• Complete checklist on forklift checks daily.
• Ensure that vehicles being moved, as well as forklift, is not damaged during moving and loading of vehicles.
• Taking photos of vehicles using application phone.
• Assist with stocking in and releasing of vehicles. 

KEY SKILLS

• Driving of 5 ton forklift.
• Both written and verbal communication skill's.
• Organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
• The ability to be proactive and take the initiative.
• Time management.
• Good team working skills.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS 

• Matric
• Motor Industry experience will be advantageous
• Contactable references
• Forklift License
• 2 Years experience

• A minimum of 2 years' experience working on overhead cranes (CO3 valid license).
• A minimum of 2 years' experience Forklift Driving experience (5 ton and valid certificate).
• Grade 12

DESCRIPTION:

Our client is seeking the services of a highly capable Finished Goods-Material Handlers  to be based in Cape Town.

PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Business Development Manager, the successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting strategic operational goals, driving productivity, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence within the warehouse.

The incumbent will take full ownership of operations—managing resources, ensuring consistent product quality, enforcing safety, and housekeeping standards, and leading the team to meet daily targets while identifying opportunities for process improvement.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Loading, unloading, shipping, and receiving warehouse items.
• Transporting materials to different locations within the facility.
• Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.
• Securing loads to the machine before transportation.
• Inspecting for damages to vehicles.
• Scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs.
• Operating and managing technical equipment.
• Managing inventory by utilizing RF scanning equipment.
• Picking and wrapping orders for shipment.
• Identifying workplace safety hazards.
• Adhering to safety management standards.
• Adhering to production schedules.
• Loading and unloading materials using a forklift or other machinery
• Sorting, packing, labeling, and weighing materials as per company procedures.
• Transporting and relocating materials within the warehouse or factory
• Following safe driving guidelines and safety protocols
• Monitoring and maintaining accurate inventory records using RF scanning equipment or other tools.
• Must take initiative during downtime to help in warehouse environment.
• Prepare products and materials for shipment using forklift and manual labor.
• Load, unload, and stage products and materials by hand when needed and with Lift.
• Stacking empty pallets
• Control levers and other operating devices, such as forks and hoists, to load, transport and stack materials neatly
• Locating product within the warehouse facility
• Account for and secure materials or products for transport to designated areas
• Performing general warehouse duties as needed
• Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move product through facility ensuring timely and accurate delivery

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12
• Forklift License a must.
• PPT License (Advantage)
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in a Warehousing/FMCG environment
• Experience in the use of digital scanners in the picking environment
• Strong computer literacy
• Self-driven with a strong sense of accountability
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong adherence to procedures and process control
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Tolerance for repetitive tasks with a focus on consistency and quality
• High work ethic and attention to detail