International Distillers (Mauritius) Ltd is looking for a responsible and reliable Forklift Driver to join our operations team. The successful candidate will help move materials and finished products safely within our bottling plant and warehouses.
Main Responsibilities
- Operate a forklift to move raw materials, bottles, packaging materials and finished products within the bottling plant and warehouses.
- Load and unload goods from delivery vans and containers safely and efficiently.
- Transport materials between production, storage and distribution areas.
- Assist in organising and storing products in the warehouse according to company standards.
- Ensure pallets and materials are handled carefully to avoid damage to bottles and packaged goods.
- Carry out daily safety checks on the forklift before starting work.
- Report any mechanical issues, damaged products or safety hazards to the supervisor.
- Follow all health, safety and hygiene rules in the bottling and warehouse areas.
- Assist with stock movement and basic inventory recording when required.
- Support other warehouse or production tasks when necessary.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Experience: At least 2–3 years’ experience operating a forklift in a factory, warehouse, or distribution environment.
- Certification: A valid forklift driver’s licence or certification is mandatory
- Certificate: A valid certificate of morality is required
Skills and Competencies
- Ability to operate forklifts safely and efficiently.
- Good understanding of workplace safety procedures.
- Basic ability to follow stock movement records or simple documentation.
- Careful handling of fragile goods such as bottles and packaged products.
- Good communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work in a busy production and warehouse environment.
Benefits
- Completitive salary commensurable with experience