Forklift Driver Vacancies Hiring Now

A Forklift Driver operates powered industrial forklifts to move, stack and organise goods in warehouses, distribution centres, factories, and construction yards. It is a high-demand role in South Africa, with opportunities across logistics, manufacturing, mining, retail distribution, and agriculture sectors in all nine provinces.

• Johannesburg, Gauteng - Warehouse and distribution centre forklift operations
• Cape Town, Western Cape - Retail distribution, cold storage, and port yard operations
• Durban, KwaZulu-Natal - Port-linked freight yards, warehousing, and manufacturing plants
• Bloemfontein, Free State - Warehouse and agricultural supply depot operations
• Polokwane, Limpopo - Mining supply yards and regional warehouse operations
• Mbombela, Mpumalanga - Agricultural and mining depot forklift operations
• Rustenburg, North West - Mining and industrial warehouse forklift roles
• Gqeberha, Eastern Cape - Port yard, manufacturing, and distribution centre operations
• Kimberley, Northern Cape - Mining supply and construction yard forklift operations

• Entry-level / counterbalance forklift - ZAR 5,000-8,000 per month
• Experienced / reach truck or order picker - ZAR 8,000-13,000 per month
• Specialised / heavy industrial or port operations - ZAR 13,000-20,000 per month

• Shift allowances - for night shift and weekend work
• Performance bonuses - based on productivity and safety record
• Medical aid contributions at qualifying positions
• Pension or provident fund contributions
• Uniform and PPE provided by employer

• Forklift Operator Certificate - mandatory for all positions; must be current and issued by an accredited training provider
• OHS Act Compliance Training - knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements for forklift operation
• Reach Truck or Order Picker Certificate - required for specialised warehouse roles
• Code 8 Driver's Licence - advantageous for roles requiring yard movement of vehicles

• Grade 10 minimum acceptable; Grade 12 (Matric) preferred by most employers
• No tertiary qualification required

• 1-3 years of verified forklift operation experience preferred by most employers
• Entry-level roles available for candidates with a valid certificate and a clean safety record
• A clean occupational safety record is typically required

• Sound understanding of load capacity, forklift stability, and safe stacking procedures
• Ability to complete pre-operation checklists and incident reports accurately
• Alertness and attention to safety in busy warehouse and yard environments
• Physical fitness and ability to work shift hours including nights and weekends
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow supervisor instructions precisely

To apply for Forklift Driver jobs in South Africa, follow these steps:

• Updated CV detailing your forklift experience, equipment types operated, and sectors worked in
• Certified copy of your Forklift Operator Certificate
• Certified copy of your South African ID document
• Any additional certificates (Reach Truck, Order Picker, First Aid, etc.)
• References from previous employers or warehouse supervisors