Description:
Location: East London, South Africa
Industry: Retail & Wholesale – Fruit & Veg
Job Purpose:
Our client is looking for a qualified and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to assist with the movement and handling of goods at their Fruit & Veg store in East London. The ideal candidate should have prior experience operating a forklift in a fast-paced environment, preferably involving fresh produce or FMCG stock, and must be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move stock safely and efficiently
- Transport stock from receiving to storage areas or the shop floor as needed
- Stack goods in the correct storage bays and ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO)
- Assist with stock counts and inventory movement when required
- Conduct daily checks on the forklift and report any mechanical issues
- Comply with health and safety regulations, especially in busy retail environments
- Assist in general store duties when not operating the forklift
- Work closely with the receiving and dispatch teams to ensure smooth flow of goods
- Handle produce with care to avoid damage or spoilage
Requirements:
Location: East London, South Africa
Industry: Retail & Wholesale – Fruit & Veg
Job Purpose:
Our client is looking for a qualified and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to assist with the movement and handling of goods at their Fruit & Veg store in East London. The ideal candidate should have prior experience operating a forklift in a fast-paced environment, preferably involving fresh produce or FMCG stock, and must be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move stock safely and efficiently
- Transport stock from receiving to storage areas or the shop floor as needed
- Stack goods in the correct storage bays and ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO)
- Assist with stock counts and inventory movement when required
- Conduct daily checks on the forklift and report any mechanical issues
- Comply with health and safety regulations, especially in busy retail environments
- Assist in general store duties when not operating the forklift
- Work closely with the receiving and dispatch teams to ensure smooth flow of goods
- Handle produce with care to avoid damage or spoilage
- Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move stock safely and efficiently
- Transport stock from receiving to storage areas or the shop floor as needed
- Stack goods in the correct storage bays and ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO)
- Assist with stock counts and inventory movement when required
- Conduct daily checks on the forklift and report any mechanical issues
- Comply with health and safety regulations, especially in busy retail environments
- Assist in general store duties when not operating the forklift
- Work closely with the receiving and dispatch teams to ensure smooth flow of goods
- Handle produce with care to avoid damage or spoilage
Requirements:
- Valid forklift license and certification
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating a forklift , preferably in a retail, warehouse, or fresh produce environment
- Good understanding of stock handling and safety protocols
- Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable, punctual, and responsible
- Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and public holidays
- Team player with a positive attitude
Key Competencies:
- Safe and accurate forklift handling
- Awareness of stock quality and storage standards
- Time management and task prioritization
- Communication and teamwork
- Attention to safety and compliance
Remuneration:
Market-related salary, based on experience and licensing.
- Valid forklift license and certification
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating a forklift , preferably in a retail, warehouse, or fresh produce environment
- Good understanding of stock handling and safety protocols
- Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable, punctual, and responsible
- Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and public holidays
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Safe and accurate forklift handling
- Awareness of stock quality and storage standards
- Time management and task prioritization
- Communication and teamwork
- Attention to safety and compliance
Requirements:
- Valid forklift license and certification
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating a forklift , preferably in a retail, warehouse, or fresh produce environment
- Good understanding of stock handling and safety protocols
- Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable, punctual, and responsible
- Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and public holidays
- Team player with a positive attitude
Key Competencies:
- Safe and accurate forklift handling
- Awareness of stock quality and storage standards
- Time management and task prioritization
- Communication and teamwork
- Attention to safety and compliance
Remuneration:
Market-related salary, based on experience and licensing.