Forklift Driver
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About the Role
Operate forklifts for loading, unloading, and transporting goods while ensuring safety compliance and supporting warehouse operations with basic mechanical knowledge.
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Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts to load and unload goods from trucks, containers, and warehouse areas
- Transport raw materials, finished goods, and other items to designated storage or production areas
- Ensure safe stacking and proper storage of goods
- Inspect forklifts daily and perform basic maintenance checks
- Assist in inventory movement, stock arrangement, and cycle counts
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in warehouse and loading areas
Requirements
- 2 3 years of experience as a forklift operator, preferably in manufacturing/warehouse
- Valid forklift driving license/certification (as per Saudi regulations)
- Basic computer knowledge and experience
- Knowledge of safe forklift operation and material handling practices
- Basic communication skills in English and Arabic
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Job Purpose
- To operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, move, and store goods safely and efficiently.
- The Forklift Driver supports warehouse and logistics operations by ensuring timely movement of raw materials, finished goods, and supplies.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts to load and unload goods from trucks, containers, and warehouse areas.
- Basic, computer knowledge and experience is must.
- Transport raw materials, finished goods, and other items to designated storage or production areas.
- Ensure safe stacking and proper storage of goods.
- Inspect forklifts daily and perform basic maintenance checks.
- Report any vehicle malfunctions, damages, or safety issues to supervisors.
- Assist in inventory movement, stock arrangement, and cycle counts.
- Follow safety and operational procedures when operating forklifts.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in warehouse and loading areas.
- Support dispatch, receiving, and warehouse teams when required.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Valid forklift driving license/certification (as per Saudi regulations).
Core Competencies
- Safety and compliance awareness.
- Reliability and accountability.
- Attention to detail in material handling.
- Physical stamina and endurance.
- Teamwork and cooperation.
- Discipline and punctuality.
Experience and Skills
- 2–3 years of experience as a forklift operator, preferably in manufacturing/warehouse.
- Knowledge of safe forklift operation and material handling practices.
- Basic mechanical knowledge of forklift maintenance.
- Ability to read delivery notes, stock records, and simple instructions.
- Reliability, punctuality, and attention to safety.
- Basic communication skills in English and Arabic.
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