Forklift Technician (KZN)
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Opportunity
Skilled Forklift Technician Wanted!
Is this you
Youre a technically minded hands-on problem solver who loves getting stuck into the details. Fault finding fixing and fine-tuning are second nature to you. You take pride in getting forklifts back up and running quickly and safely. Youredependable organised and enjoy working independently yet you know when to reach out to your team.
What youll be doing (and why youll enjoy it):
Youll be servicing and maintaining a fleet of mainly electric forklifts across key sites in the KZN. From diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults to completing scheduled maintenance and responding to breakdowns youll ensure all equipment runs smoothly and efficiently. Youll record your work accurately manage parts and communicate effectively with site teams keeping operations flowing. With a mix of site visits on-call support and occasional travel no two days will be the same.
Where youll be doing it:
Youll join a respected international leader in material handling solutions known for their innovation in electric forklift technology based in team culture values reliability professionalism and teamwork with a strong focus on quality service and technical excellence. Youll be supported by a dedicated Service Manager and a network of experienced Technicians who share your passion for machinery that works be responsible for servicing and maintaining a fleet of predominantly electric forklifts at key locations throughout KZN.
What youll need:
Youll have at least 5 years of experience as a Technician working on forklifts or similar equipment ideally with both electrical and mechanical exposure. A relevant trade test or N3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is required. Youre confident diagnosing and repairing faults can manage your time effectively and hold a valid drivers licence. Experience with electric forklifts will be a bonus training is available if youre strong on the mechanical side. You need to have your own tool box.
What youll get:
Youll earn a competitive market-related salary with 100% medical aid cover and a portion to pension. You will also receive standby and overtime when required and the chance to work with cutting-edge electric machinery. This is a company that rewards commitment with an annual bonus and opportunities for ongoing technical development.
How to apply:
For a confidential discussion please contact Katharina Thieme-Schiess on Linkedin orsend your CV to -schiess@.
We appreciate that your CV might not be fully up to date no problem just send us what you have.
We do respond to everyone!
Please note: This position is for 2026. Our team is currently on a well-deserved break over the holiday season we will review all applications as soon as we return. Rest assured well get back to you promptly once operations resume. Thank you for your patience and understanding we wish you a joyful festive season!
Interested
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Load & Unload
- Shipping & Receiving
- Forklift
- Basic Math
- Industrial Equipment
- Warehouse Experience
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Warehouse Management System
- Driving
- Reach Truck
- Clamp Truck
- RF Scanner
