Forklift Operator

About ICMS Group

ICMS Group – International Construction & Manufacturing Services is a prominent Saudi industrial contracting company with over 19 years of expertise. Serving sectors like oil & gas, petrochemical, and power generation, ICMS employs more than 10,000 people and provides construction, operations, maintenance, engineering, procurement, and industrial services. The company prioritizes safety, environmental care, and quality, holding ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, while focusing on integrity and ethical business practices.

Role Overview

The Forklift Operator position involves safely handling forklifts of various types to load, unload, move, and stack materials in a fast-paced logistics and warehouse setting located in the Industrial City. Precision, efficiency, and strict adherence to safety standards are crucial to support smooth supply chain operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate different forklifts including counterbalance trucks, reach trucks, and heavy container handlers securely.
• Load and unload shipments from containers, flatbeds, and delivery vehicles accurately.
• Transport raw materials and finished products to storage zones, high racks, or production lines.
• Stack goods securely considering correct weight distribution and height restrictions.
• Cross-check loads against picking lists, delivery notes, or bills of lading for accuracy.
• Promptly report damaged products, packaging problems, or inventory inconsistencies.
• Manually sort, palletize, and wrap items as needed to stabilize loads.
• Perform daily forklift inspections including brakes, fluids, lighting, and hydraulics, documenting findings.
• Communicate any mechanical issues or maintenance requirements immediately to supervisors.
• Keep the work area clean, well-organized, and hazard-free following safety regulations and local industrial requirements.
• Adhere strictly to warehouse speed limits and pedestrian right-of-way rules to ensure onsite safety.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum education: High School diploma or equivalent technical certificate is preferred.
• Must have a valid Saudi Forklift Operator License or TUV certification.
• At least 3 to 5+ years operating forklifts within Saudi warehouses, manufacturing, or logistics environments.
• Strong skills in handling counterbalance and reach trucks effectively.
• Experienced maneuvering forklifts in confined spaces and managing container loading/unloading.
• Good knowledge of warehouse inventory management fundamentals.