Forklift Driver Job – Warehouse (Kroonstad, Free State)

🏢 Job Overview

Premier is currently recruiting a Forklift Driver for its Kroonstad Mill in the Free State.

This is a great opportunity for candidates with warehouse and FMCG experience who are skilled in stock handling, loading, and forklift operations.

📍 Location

Kroonstad, Free State, South Africa

📄 Job Type

Permanent

📅 Closing Date

20 April 2026

🎯 Main Purpose

To efficiently handle loading, offloading, and storage of stock using a forklift while maintaining safety, accuracy, and warehouse standards.

🧾 Key Responsibilities

  • Load and offload trucks safely and efficiently
  • Transport and stack raw and packaging materials
  • Move palletised stock within the warehouse
  • Perform daily forklift inspections and basic maintenance
  • Ensure loads are secure before movement
  • Follow FIFO (First-In-First-Out) stock rotation
  • Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping standards
  • Pick and pack stock accurately
  • Complete and verify all required records and documentation
  • Ensure stock is stored in correct locations
  • Adhere to health and safety regulations

✅ Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 (Matric)
  • Valid Forklift Licence
  • 1–2 years experience in a similar FMCG warehouse role

🧠 Key Skills & Competencies

  • Knowledge of stock control and warehouse processes
  • Understanding of safe working practices
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong numerical ability
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Teamwork and accountability
  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic

⚠️ Working Conditions

  • Pressurised warehouse environment
  • 6-day work schedule
  • Required to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
  • Overtime may be required

💡 Industry Insight

Forklift roles in companies like Premier are more important than people think — they’re the backbone of warehouse efficiency.

In South Africa’s logistics space:

  • A skilled forklift driver can move into warehouse supervisor or dispatch roles
  • Experience in FMCG (like Premier) is highly valued because of high-volume, fast-moving stock environments

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Salary

Competitive

Monthly based

Location

Fezile Dabi District Municipality,Free State,South Africa

Job Benefits
Paid time off
Job Overview
Job Posted:
1 month ago
Job Type
Full Time
Job Role
Driver
Education
Grade 12/Matric
Experience
1 Year
Total Vacancies
1

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Location

Fezile Dabi District Municipality,Free State,South Africa


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Forklift Driver Job – Warehouse (Kroonstad, Free State)

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