Lifting truck operators

Lifting-truck operators drive, operate and monitor lifting-truck or similar vehicle to transport, lift and stack pallets with goods.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

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  • Salary range for the majority of workers in Lifting truck operators - from GH₵1,463 to GH₵16,660 per month - 2025.
  • A Lifting truck operators typically earns between GH₵1,463 and GH₵4,211 net per month at the start of the job.
  • After 5 years of service, this is between GH₵2,042 and GH₵6,637 per month for a working week of 40 hours.

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Job Responsibilities

  • Operating and monitoring lifting truck and similar equipment to load and unload, transport, lift and stack goods and pallets in terminals, harbours, warehouses, factories and other establishments
  • Positioning lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids and boxes, and securing material or products for transport to designated areas
  • Inspecting equipment to identify wear and damage
  • Performing routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment
  • Keeping records of work undertaken and breakdowns of vehicles

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