Reach Truck Driver
Company
Meondoholdings.co.za
Location
Durban
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Job Description
The Ideal candidate will safely move, load, unload, and stack pallets/materials in warehouses using a reach truck, focusing on accurate inventory, efficient storage, and strict adherence to safety protocols, including daily equipment checks, scanning items (RF scanners), and potentially working in cold environments or with WMS software.
Key duties will involve picking/putting away stock, verifying orders, reporting hazards, and collaborating with team members for smooth warehouse flow, requiring focus, good hand-eye coordination, and sometimes weekend/overtime availability.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operation: Safely operate a reach truck to transport goods, place items in racking, and retrieve pallets.
• Loading/Unloading: Load and unload trucks and containers efficiently and accurately.
• Inventory: Use RF scanners and WMS to track, manage, and verify inventory, ensuring accuracy.
• Safety: Perform pre-shift checks on equipment, report issues, maintain a clean work area, and follow all safety rules (PPE, hazard awareness).
• Order Fulfillment: Pick, pack, and stage orders according to customer standards.
• Teamwork: Communicate with other staff and supervisors to optimize workflow.
Essential Skills & Requirements:
• 3 - 5 years experience operating reach trucks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and basic math skills.
• Good spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination.
• Physical ability to stand, lift, and work in various conditions.
• Familiarity with WMS and RF scanners is often needed.
• Flexibility for overtime/weekends.
The Ideal candidate will safely move, load, unload, and stack pallets/materials in warehouses using a reach truck, focusing on accurate inventory, efficient storage, and strict adherence to safety protocols, including daily equipment checks, scanning items (RF scanners), and potentially working in cold environments or with WMS software.
Key duties will involve picking/putting away stock, verifying orders, reporting hazards, and collaborating with team members for smooth warehouse flow, requiring focus, good hand-eye coordination, and sometimes weekend/overtime availability.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operation: Safely operate a reach truck to transport goods, place items in racking, and retrieve pallets.
• Loading/Unloading: Load and unload trucks and containers efficiently and accurately.
• Inventory: Use RF scanners and WMS to track, manage, and verify inventory, ensuring accuracy.
• Safety: Perform pre-shift checks on equipment, report issues, maintain a clean work area, and follow all safety rules (PPE, hazard awareness).
• Order Fulfillment: Pick, pack, and stage orders according to customer standards.
• Teamwork: Communicate with other staff and supervisors to optimize workflow.
Essential Skills & Requirements:
• 3 - 5 years experience operating reach trucks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and basic math skills.
• Good spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination.
• Physical ability to stand, lift, and work in various conditions.
• Familiarity with WMS and RF scanners is often needed.
• Flexibility for overtime/weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Staff Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for packing staff jobs in South African warehouses starting 1 March 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for packing staff from 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at all workplaces.
Do I need a matric certificate or prior experience to qualify for packing staff roles in South Africa in 2026?
Packing staff positions require only a Grade 9 certificate and no prior experience according to the Department of Employment and Labour guidelines effective 2026. Workers must be at least 18 years old and pass a basic medical fitness test for shift work.
Which documents are required when applying for packing staff jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank account details to register on the Employment Services System by 31 December 2026. A signed CV and UIF registration number are also mandatory for all applications.
What are the maximum working hours and annual leave entitlements for packing staff in South Africa for 2026?
Packing staff may not exceed 45 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 10 hours overtime as regulated from 1 January 2026. Full-time workers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service.
