Forklift Driver
Operate a forklift to move containers, palletised goods, cartons, crates or bulk materials.
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- What's it like to be a Forklift Driver?
- How to become a Forklift Driver
- Latest Forklift Driver jobs
- Top skills and experience for Forklift Drivers
- Is Forklift Driver the right role for you?
- Forklift Driver role reviews
What's it like to be a Forklift Driver?
Forklift Drivers operate machinery to stack, unstack, or shift items in warehouses, timber yards, shipping terminals, or factories. They ensure loads are spread evenly and secured to reduce the risk of an accident in the workplace.
Tasks and duties
- Load and unload containers and trucks.
- Transport goods to designated areas.
- Use the correct equipment in a safe and efficient way to minimise damage to stock and equipment.
- Inspect, control and perform minor repairs to reduce wear and damage to forklifts.
How to become a Forklift Driver
To become a Forklift Driver you need a forklift licence. Others requirements may apply depending on your employer, such as a high risk work licence.
- Apply for a forklift licence through a local training provider. Training usually takes around 1–2 days to complete.
- If required, apply for a high risk work licence with the relevant licensing body in your state or territory.
- Consider completing a relevant vocational qualification to broaden your skills. This could be a Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations (TLI30321).
- To advance your career, consider undertaking further study, such as a Diploma of Logistics (TLI50221).
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Forklift Driver employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Forklift Operation
Forklift Licence
Unloading Trucks
Warehouses
Loading and Unloading
RF Scanning
Picking and Packing
Counter Balance
Manual Handling
Warehouse Duties
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Latest Forklift Driver reviews
Nov 2018
Warehouse supervisor is a tough job but it’s a good challenge
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate II in Information Technology (Computer Applications)
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationWarehouse supervisor
The good thingsForklift driving is much like any other driving role, without it the country practically stops, it is a high risk job but with proper training and guidance from either your trainer or employer you cou...
The challengesSome challenges you will face as a forklift driver will be: visibility - there are a lot of chains/hoses, support beams and a roof creating blind spots on the vehicle.
Safety - when driving a forklift...
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Apr 2024
I love working in warehousing because it provides a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment from efficiently managing and organizing inventory, ensuring timely order fulfillment, and being part of a fast-paced and dynamic team environment.
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate III in Transport and Logistics (Warehousing and Storage)
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationManufacturing, Transport & Logistics
The good thingsOne benefit of warehouse experience is:
Developing strong logistical and organizational skills: Working in a warehouse environment requires attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and effec...
The challengesHere is one con of about my role
forklift work can be repetitive and monotonous, leading to mental fatigue, boredom, and a lack of intellectual stimulation, which can result in decreased job satisfac...
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