Forklift Driver (Temporary) - VKB Milling, Mokopane at VKB Group

Why This Role Matters

• As a Forklift Driver, you play a critical role in ensuring that products and materials move safely, efficiently, and accurately throughout the operation. Your contribution helps maintain production flow, supports customer service delivery, protects stock integrity, and upholds the high food safety and quality standards expected within the VKB Group.
• This is an ideal opportunity for someone who takes pride in safe operations, attention to detail, and supporting a high-performing manufacturing environment.

Why Join VKB?

• At VKB, we believe that every role contributes to feeding communities and supporting South African agriculture. Joining our team means becoming part of an organisation that values continuous learning, operational excellence, and meaningful work.
• You will work alongside dedicated colleagues who embody our values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and One Team. We offer an environment where safety, accountability, and personal growth are encouraged while making a tangible impact on the success of our operations.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivers safe and efficient forklift operations at all times.
• Maintains accurate stock movement, storage, and product rotation practices.
• Supports production and distribution requirements through timely material handling.
• Ensures compliance with food safety, quality, hygiene, and GMP standards.
• Identifies and reports safety risks, equipment defects, and operational concerns promptly.
• Maintains clean, organised, and hazard-free working areas.
• Contributes to stock count accuracy and inventory control activities.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives within the department.

Who We Are Looking For

• We are looking for a dependable and safety-conscious individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate takes ownership of their work, values accuracy, and understands the importance of maintaining food safety and operational standards.

You are someone who:

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Works effectively both independently and within a team.
• Maintains focus and accuracy under pressure.
• Communicates clearly and professionally.
• Takes initiative and displays a positive work ethic.
• Shows integrity, reliability, and accountability in daily activities.
• Embraces continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Aligns with the VKB values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and One Team.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4.
• Valid Forklift Licence.
• Willingness to undergo forklift competency re-assessments when required.

Essential Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating forklifts within warehousing, distribution, or manufacturing operations.

Competencies

• Safety awareness and compliance
• Communication skills
• Planning and organisation
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Reliability and dependability
• Quality focus
• Adaptability

Skills Required

• Forklift operation and material handling
• Stock handling and rotation practices
• Inventory and stock count support
• Report writing and record keeping
• Food safety and hygiene awareness
• Occupational Health and Safety compliance
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Inspection and fault reporting
• Warehouse housekeeping
• Time management and prioritisation

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials, pallets, and finished products.
• Load and offload delivery vehicles according to operational requirements.
• Store products accurately within designated warehouse locations.
• Maintain effective stock rotation practices and support FIFO compliance.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory control activities.
• Conduct pre-operation forklift inspections and report defects or safety concerns.
• Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and GMP requirements.
• Prevent product contamination during handling, transport, and storage activities.
• Report food safety hazards, damaged packaging, and quality concerns immediately.
• Follow Occupational Health and Safety procedures and safe driving practices.
• Maintain clean, organised, and safe operating areas.
• Participate in safety training, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support general warehouse activities when required.
• Minimise product damage, waste, and operational inefficiencies.
• Perform any reasonable duties assigned by management to support operational requirements

Closing Date 24 October 2026