Temporary F1 Forklift Driver required for a busy distribution centre in Philippi Industrial Area. Valid F1 Forklift Licence and previous forklift operating experience are essential.
Job Title: Temporary F1 Forklift Driver
Alternative Titles: Forklift Driver / F1 Forklift Operator / Warehouse Forklift Driver
Location: Philippi Industrial Area, Cape Town
Department: Distribution Centre / Warehouse
Employment Type: Temporary / Contract
Industry: Warehousing / Distribution / Retail Logistics
We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious F1 Forklift Driver to provide temporary support within a fast-paced distribution centre setting.
The successful candidate will be responsible for operating an F1 forklift safely, moving palletised stock, loading and offloading vehicles, replenishing warehouse locations and assisting with general warehouse duties when required.
Candidates must hold a valid F1 Forklift Licence / Certificate and have previous forklift operating experience.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate an F1 forklift safely and efficiently.
- Load and offload stock from delivery vehicles.
- Move palletised stock between receiving, storage and dispatch areas.
- Place stock in designated warehouse locations.
- Assist with replenishment of picking locations.
- Support receiving and dispatch operations.
- Check pallets and stock for visible damage.
- Report damaged stock or unsafe pallets.
- Complete pre-use forklift inspections.
- Report equipment faults and safety concerns.
- Assist with stock counts and inventory checks.
- Maintain accurate and safe stock movement.
- Follow warehouse operating procedures.
- Adhere to Health & Safety requirements.
- Maintain a clean and organised work area.
- Assist with general warehouse duties when required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Valid F1 Forklift Licence / Certificate – essential.
- Previous F1 forklift operating experience.
- Previous warehouse or distribution centre experience.
- Experience loading and offloading palletised stock.
- Good understanding of warehouse safety procedures.
- Physically fit and able to perform warehouse duties.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Able to follow instructions accurately.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to work in Philippi Industrial Area.
- Must be available for temporary assignments.
- Must be available to start at short notice.
COMPETENCIES
F1 Forklift Operation, Forklift Driving, Warehouse Operations, Distribution Centre, Stock Movement, Pallet Handling, Loading, Offloading, Receiving, Dispatch, Stock Replenishment, Inventory, Warehouse Safety, Health and Safety, Stock Control, Teamwork, Reliability, Attention to Detail.