Driver (operator), open platform with lifting device

Lifting truck operators drive, operate and monitor equipment for transporting, lifting and stacking pallets of goods.

• operating and monitoring lifting trucks for loading, unloading, transporting, lifting and stacking goods and pallets at stations, ports, warehouses, factories and similar places;
• positioning lifting devices under, over or beside loaded pallets and platforms, and ensuring safe transport of materials or products;
• inspecting equipment for wear and damage;
• performing routine equipment maintenance;
• keeping logs of work performed and equipment faults.
• Examples of occupations in this unit group:
• Driver, forklift truck
• Driver, electric truck
• Driver (operator), open platform with lifting device