Summary Statement: 
The purpose of this position is to be trained and Registered as: Lifting Machinery inspector in terms of the Engineering Profession Act,2000 Act no 46of 2000.  – To load test and certification of material handling equipment (Forklifts) on company and customer premises in a timely and cost-effective manner so that customer and company requirements are met; maintaining of vehicle records.

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

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education / training and experience required for this position:

• Matric, Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Qualified Diesel and/or Petrol Mechanic, plus experience with forklifts or similar material handling equipment; or Qualified Forklift Technician; or Qualified Auto Electrician with mechanical experience and abilities.
• Minimum of 3 – 6 years mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience pertaining to forklifts
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems are essential.

Key Performance Areas:

• To perform this job successfully, the appointed individual must be able to perform each essential duty / key performance area satisfactorily.
• This list of key performance areas is not exhaustive and may be changed / supplemented to accommodate business needs from time to time:
• Perform accurate diagnosis / troubleshooting in event of breakdown of equipment; communicate what repairs are needed by advising customer and/or supervisor.
  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