Forklift Lead (Manufacturing) at iRecruiters Africa Limited

The company is seeking to hire an experienced Forklift lead whose primary responsibility will be to oversee and manage the operations of the forklift within the organization. The candidate will be responsible for the Safety, Daily Operations & Maintenance of forklift operators and for ensuring the smooth running of all Equipment

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies in the forklift sections.
• Conduct regular safety inspections/Health audits of Forklifts.
• Provide safety training to Forklift operators & Technicians
• Enforce safe operating procedures to prevent accidents and injuries
• Develop and implement operational plans and strategies for the forklift section.
• Coordinate with other departments, such as warehouse, logistics, and production, to ensure all Forklifts are running as per basic conditions.
• Manage and supervise a team of forklift operators, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Provide guidance, support, and coaching to ensure the team operates efficiently and effectively.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of forklifts and related equipment.
• Schedule regular inspections
• Coordinate servicing and repairs, and maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Ensure Preventive Maintenance is Carried out as per schedules.
• Ensure Critical spares, PM Spares & Consumables are available all the time
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to forklift
• operations, such as DT, PM Compliance, Safety Incidents, R&M
• Expenditures etc., Identify areas for improvement, implement corrective actions, and report performance metrics to management.
• Maintain accurate documentation of forklift operations

Requirements

• ND/HND in Mechanical Engineering or any related discipline
• Additional education or certification in forklift-related courses.
• Proven experience in managing forklift operations within a warehouse or distribution center.
• Minimum of 10 years working experience as a forklift Lead/Supervisor
• Can handle 10-15 forklifts Independently.
• Strong knowledge of forklift safety regulations, operating procedures, and maintenance practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.