Forklift Driver - Grain Field Chickens Abattoir, Reitz at VKB Group

Job Description

• To engage in operating a power-driven mobile hoist or fork-lift with a lifting capacity exceeding 6 000 kg used in the loading, unloading, moving or stacking of goods and/ or pallets, but does not include an internal motor vehicle in alignment with predefined work objectives (as per agreed standard operating procedures). 

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
• Valid Forklift Operator License/Certificate.
• 2–3 years' forklift operating experience in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of warehouse operations and inventory movement.
• Exposure to loud noise, extreme temperatures, dust, moving machinery and production equipment.
• Must be physically fit (frequent lifting, bending and standing).
• Must be able and willing to work overtime including shifts and weekends when required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move raw materials, finished goods, and stock.
• Pre-inspection of forklift and completion of forklift checklist before start of shift.
• Load and unload trucks accurately and safely.
• Transport materials between production, storage, and dispatch areas.
• Stack, store, and retrieve products in designated warehouse locations.
• Perform daily pre-use inspections of the forklift and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Assist truck driver/s by ensuring that vehicles are unloaded in a timely manner.
• Operate forklift to assist team members in picking, staging, loading, unloading, rotation, and storage of product.
• Assist to repack sales orders and loading orders.
• Ensure all loads are secure, balanced, and transported without damage.
• Assist with stock control, inventory counts, and stock rotation.
• Complete all relevant documentation accurately.
• Follow warehouse procedures and health and safety regulations at all times.
• Immediately report all damage and shrinkage as per Company Policy
• Report accidents, near misses, damaged stock, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Perform any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Safe forklift operating practices.
• Warehouse and dispatch procedures.
• Stock handling and inventory control.
• Loading and unloading techniques.
• Health and Safety Act requirements.
• Basic inspection and preventative maintenance checks.
• Ability to read delivery notes, picking slips, and stock documentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• High-pressure environment with strict production and dispatch deadlines.

Closing Date 26 October 2026