Fork-lift truck drivers operate fork-lift trucks in factories, warehouses, storerooms and other areas to transfer goods and materials.

Entry Reqirements

Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Typical Tasks

• Cleans, oils and greases machine.
• Keeps records of work undertaken.
• Ensures that truck is connected to charger or is correctly refuelled for use.
• Drives truck to unloading point and lowers forks to correct position on stack or ground.
• Operates controls to pick up load on forks.

Desired Skills

Active Listening, Speaking, Critical Thinking, Monitoring, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Active Learning, Learning Strategies, Mathematics, Science