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Warehouse Forklift Driver

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position to be based in Wadeville Production, within the Warehouse Department. The successful candidate will report to the Warehouse Team Leader.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Operate the forklift safely and efficiently in line with company standards

• Conduct and complete a daily forklift pre-use checklist and report any defects

• Stack, retrieve, and transport products as per instructions and SOPs

• Load finished goods onto trucks and transport vehicles, ensuring stability and product integrity

• Prevent product damage or breakages during movement and loading

• Ensure correct stock count before dispatching

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to stock movement and loading

• Ensure compliance with all safety rules, site procedures, and PPE requirements

• Participate in TPM activities and continuous improvement routines

• Proactively report unsafe conditions/acts and near misses

• Contribute to innovation initiatives and team performance

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate

• English Proficiency

• A valid forklift driver’s license (essential)

• 1–2 years of experience operating a forklift in a warehouse environment

• Proven knowledge of loading and unloading of trucks

• Experience handling finished goods or FMCG products is advantageous

• Solid understanding of safe working procedures and warehouse safety

• Ability to work under pressure and meet dispatch deadlines

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Willingness to support broader warehouse tasks when needed

• Medical Fitness

Application Process:

If interested and meet all requirements, please register, and apply via the Heineken Beverage portal by logging on to MYHR and following Home> Careers.

Closing Date: 31 August 2026

All applicants to provide a detailed CV with certified copy of highest qualification.

Candidates who do not receive any correspondence within 1 month after the closing date may assume that their application was unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for applying.

HEINEKEN Beverages’ recruitment process does not include unsolicited offers of employment and does not require advance payments from candidates. HEINEKEN will only contact you if you have applied for a vacancy through the career website, the official Heineken LinkedIn page or if you were contacted by one of our authorized recruitment personnel or local recruiting office.