Job Title: Forklift Driver
Department: Warehouse/Operations
Location: Port Elizabeth
Reports To: Warehouse Manager
About Buckbuild:
Buckbuild Hardware (Pty) Ltd is a premier South African building materials supplier and hardware retailer dedicated to serving home renovators, independent builders, and commercial property developers. We provide dependable access to essential construction supplies, bridging the gap between quality manufacturers and site-ready contractors.
Core 5 Values:
1. Radical Teamwork: You agree to prioritize the "Assist" and the site goal over individual ego.
2. Entrepreneurial Ownership: You agree to "Grab the Shovel," taking responsibility for results and solving problems without being prompted.
3. Innovative Curiosity: You commit to a "Willingness to Learn" and to constantly deconstructing the status quo to find befler digital workflows.
4. Data-Driven Precision: You agree to base your decisions and reports on "Numbers Over Noise," ensuring accuracy in every calculation.
5. Operational Excellence: You commit to "The Standard is the Standard," maintaining an obsession with accuracy and zero-error fulfillment.
Job Purpose:
To safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, load, and unload building materials efficiently, supporting warehouse and operational activities.
Key Responsibilities:
● Operate forklifts to load and unload trucks, move stock within the warehouse, and organize materials safely.
● Ensure accurate placement and stacking of building materials (e.g., Tiles, Paints).
● Inspect forklifts and material handling equipment daily to ensure proper functioning and report defects.
● Adhere to warehouse safety regulations and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
● Assist warehouse staff with picking, packing, and inventory management as required.
● Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of forklift and assigned work areas.
● Follow standard operating procedures for handling hazardous or heavy materials.
● Assist with inventory counts, stock verification, and reporting discrepancies.
● Report accidents, damages, or unsafe conditions immediately to the supervisor.
Minimum Requirements:
● Grade 10–12 (Matric preferred).
● Valid forklift operating certificate/license.
● Minimum 1–3 years’ experience operating forklifts in a warehouse, wholesale, or construction environment.
● Knowledge of safety regulations and warehouse procedures.
Skills and Competencies:
● Safe and efficient forklift operation.
● Good hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
● Understanding of warehouse safety standards.
● Reliability and punctuality.
● Teamwork and good communication skills.
● Ability to handle heavy materials safely.
Work Location: In person
