Lifting Machine Inspector

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills Education / Training and Experience Requirement(s):

• Matric, Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Accredited Forklift Lifting Machine Inspector
• Minimum of 3 years mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience pertaining to forklifts
• Excellent work ethic – honest, reliable, hardworking, dedicated and takes pride in work carried out
• Highly developed prioritising and multi-tasking skills; strong sense of urgency; problem solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills with people at all levels in an organisation
• Dedication to service excellence in every aspect of work carried out; strong focus on attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills with people at all levels in an organisation – must be able to converse fluently and comfortably in English; must be able to read and write English
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and still complete tasks timeously; enthusiastic, self-motivated and can use own initiative
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to understand and follow safety measures and precautions
• Ability to interpret and apply technical information
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, operations manuals and manufacturer’s specifications
• Ability to identify and correctly utilise relevant diagnostic equipment and specialised tools
• Willingness and capability to continue learning and growing with new technology and models
• Ability to receive constructive criticism
• Maintain work area in clean and orderly condition
• Ability to understand and follow safety measures and precautions
• Ability to function effectively in a group and add value to the team / environment
• Ability to work under extreme pressure
• Ability to manage own time – to work according to a schedule and complete set tasks in time
• Must be of sober habits, have high energy levels and general good health – must be declared fit for physical performance requirements of these tasks - physically able to carry, lift, and move heavy objects; must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time; must be able to bend, stretch, twist and reach with body, arms and/or legs.

Required Certificates, Licences, Registrations:

• Recognised Forklift Lifting Machine Inspector qualification
• Code 8 driver's licence
• Valid forklift operator licence
• ECSA Certificate/Registration Number

Key Performance Areas:

• Perform load tests as per OHSACT requirements.
• Maintains vehicle maintenance and operational data / history by updating and timeously communication information that must go on record.
• Provide complete customer satisfaction in a polite and professional manner.
• Ensure proper communication between self, workshop staff (supervisor and controller) .
• Ensure OHSACT requirements are met in all actions on company premises; maintains a safe work environment by verifying vehicle safety device operations, following standards and procedures and in general complying with legal regulation.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received a response within two weeks of applying.