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
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 the qualifications and experience outlined below.