Description
Operates a forklift to move bulk materials, containers, crates, palletised goods, cartons and bales. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill Level
4
Alternative Titles
- Forklift Operator
- Fork Truck Operator
Specializations
- Reach Truck Operator
Skills Assessment Authority
Caveats
No caveats apply to this occupation.
Note
It is only possible to nominate this occupation under an employer-sponsored visa covered by a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) or other Labour Agreement.
Group: 7213 Forklift Drivers
Description
operate forklifts to move bulk materials, containers, crates, palletised goods, cartons and bales.
Tasks
- operating controls to align forklifts and raise and lower forks to stack and unstack items in warehouses, factories, timber yards and shipping terminals
- operating forklifts which run on rails or use electronic guidance systems to control movements in narrow aisles
- transporting goods to designated areas in warehouses, factories, timber yards and shipping terminals
- ensuring goods are stored in correct areas so that they can be easily located when orders are made up
- monitoring equipment operation visually through gauges and instruments and through computerised monitoring equipment
- inspecting and controlling equipment to identify wear and damage
- servicing and performing minor repairs and adjustments to forklifts
- may operate specialised trucks to carry items beneath elevated frames
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with an AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4).
At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.