Forklift Driver Australia

Forklift Driver Australia ANZSCO 721311:

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

Specialisations

• Reach Truck Operator

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.
In Australia:
AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:
NZ Register Level 2 or 3 qualification (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.
Registration or licensing may be required.

Occupations in this Group

• 721311 Forklift Driver