Reach Truck Operator

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Reference Number: UNI250702-8
Closing Date: 17 July 2025
Location: Longmeadow, Gauteng, South Africa
Company: Unitrans (Consumer Business Unit)
Contract Type: Permanent – Normal


Job Overview

Unitrans is seeking a skilled Reach Truck Operator to perform general warehouse duties including checking, picking, loading/offloading, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational procedures.


Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 / National Certificate

  • Literacy and attention to detail

  • Valid Reach Truck license with driving experience

  • Hazchem and Dangerous Goods accreditation

  • Presentable, safety-conscious, and customer-service oriented


Key Duties and Responsibilities

General Conduct

  • Uphold a professional image and company values

  • Follow Unitrans policies, safety regulations, and customer requirements

  • Undergo mandatory medical exams, alcohol tests, and body searches as required

Reach Truck Operations

  • Operate Reach Truck safely and per warehouse regulations

  • Complete daily pre- and post-operation inspections

  • Monitor battery levels and charging cycles

  • Report all defects and warehouse damages immediately

  • Maintain and complete Reach Truck logbook daily

  • Only authorized personnel may operate equipment

Picking & Checking

  • Pick correct items from assigned warehouse locations

  • Perform manual picking when necessary, ensuring safety procedures are followed

  • Check products for accuracy and report discrepancies

  • Handle products with care to prevent damage

Loading & Offloading

  • Load and offload vehicles as instructed

  • Assist with drum inversion and stock repacking

  • Rotate functions within the warehouse (multi-skilling encouraged)

Time & Attendance

  • Follow attendance and shift procedures

  • Work overtime or rotate shifts as needed

  • Confirm tasks before clocking out

Housekeeping

  • Maintain clean, organized work areas including outdoor pallet storage

  • Assist with stock takes and damaged stock

  • Be prepared to cover other roles in the warehouse as instructed


Ideal Candidate Qualities

  • Reliable, detail-focused, and safety-conscious

  • Willingness to assist with various warehouse tasks

  • Strong teamwork and communication skills


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