Reach Truck Operator at Maersk Line

Opportunity

• Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? The Reach Truck Operator is responsible for operating a reach truck to move, locate, relocate, and stack pallets in the warehouse.
• The operator will ensure the efficient and safe operation of the reach truck while adhering to safety standards and warehouse procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Reach Truck Operations:

• Safely operate reach trucks to load and unload materials from warehouse racking.     
• Safely navigate the cold store to transport goods to designated areas.
• Ensure proper handling of fruit pallets to prevent damage and maintain quality.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies to the supervisor team.   
• Assist in inventory tracking by scanning and recording pallet movements using warehouse management systems (WMS).

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Conduct and complete daily inspections and report any mechanical issues to the maintenance team.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.      
• Ensure doors to the cold storage remain closed when not in use to maintain temperature integrity.   

Team Collaboration:

• Coordinate with warehouse staff, quality control teams, and drivers to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant certifications (Reach Truck Certification)

​​​​​​​Experience:

• Minimum of 1-5 years of operating experience, preferably in a cold storage environment.
• Experience in the fruit export industry is preferred.

​​​​​​​Skills & Competencies:

• Previous experience operating a reach truck in a warehouse environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
• Ability to operate warehouse management systems (WMS) or scanners.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Being able to communicate clearly with others is essential for maintaining a safe work environment
• Being able to follow instructions accurately and in a timely manner is important
• Basic math skills for inventory management
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and peripheral vision
• Efficient individual with excellent time management skills

​​​​​​​Working Conditions

• The role requires working in a cold storage environment
• Ability to perform manual labour and work with heavy equipment.
• Some flexibility in working hours will be needed to accommodate the nature of the fruit industry.