We are registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training under the Continuing Education and Training Act No. 16 of 2006. DHET Centre Number: 899994812. Further accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Accreditation Number: 07-QCTO/SDP110722.
Accredited with CETA ACCREDITATION NO: ACC/23/07/00015 and TETA ACCREDITATION NO: TETA 22-1553 under the Skills Development Act, 97 of 1998. Company Registration Number: 2013/224763/07.
Certificate: Order Picker Training
Unit Standard No: 242972
Unit Standard Credits: 7
NQF Level: 3
Course Duration: 3 to 5 Days
Cost Per Person: R 4500
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a CERTIFICATE.
We offer free accommodation to our learners, as well as job assistance to help graduates pursue employment opportunities after completing their training.
Our Order Picker Operator Training Course is designed to equip learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to safely and efficiently operate an order picker in busy workplace environments. The training covers essential machine operations, safety procedures, pre-start inspections, operating controls, order picking techniques, working at elevated heights, load handling, platform positioning, warehouse navigation, workplace hazards, pedestrian awareness, and emergency procedures. Learners are guided on how to operate the equipment responsibly while following manufacturer specifications, site requirements, and recognised workplace safety practices. The course combines classroom knowledge with practical hands-on training to help learners develop the confidence and competence required to operate an order picker in industries such as warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, retail, distribution centres, e-commerce fulfilment centres, and industrial operations.
Theory Training – 20%: Covers order picker fundamentals, machine components and controls, manufacturer specifications, pre-start inspections, workplace safety, PPE, load capacity, stability principles, hazard identification, pedestrian awareness, safe operating procedures, working at heights, and emergency response.
Practical Training – 80%: Provides hands-on experience in order picker operation, including starting and stopping, steering and manoeuvring, raising and lowering the platform, positioning the machine, picking and retrieving stock, handling goods safely at elevated heights, navigating warehouse aisles, operating in confined areas, and completing workplace operating tasks under professional supervision.
Competency Assessment: Learners are assessed on their theoretical knowledge, practical operating ability, order picking techniques, safe platform operation, hazard awareness, and ability to operate the order picker safely and competently.
Machine Orientation: Learn what an order picker is, its functions, and the different types used in the workplace, including low-level and high-level order pickers. Training covers major machine components and their functions, operating controls, safety features, warning systems, platform controls, maximum operating capacities, and machine indicators according to manufacturer specifications.
Pre-Operation Checks: Learn how to conduct daily order picker inspections, including checking wheels, brakes, batteries, hydraulic systems, forks or platforms, guardrails, emergency stop controls, and overall machine condition. Learners are trained to identify hazards before operation, complete inspection checklists, report faults, maintain inspection records, and understand applicable workplace safety requirements.
Site Preparation & Work Planning: Learn how to assess and prepare the operating area before starting work. Training covers planning order picking activities, identifying suitable equipment, checking aisle clearance and floor conditions, assessing blind spots and visibility, identifying overhead obstructions, selecting the required PPE and safety signs, and preparing the work area according to operational requirements.
Safe Order Picker Operation: Develop safe operating practices covering PPE, workplace safety, safety signs and warnings, emergency procedures, site hazards, risk assessment, operator responsibilities, pedestrian awareness, working at heights, and safe movement of the machine and goods.
Operating Procedures: Learn to operate order picker controls, including steering, raising and lowering the platform, and positioning the machine. Training covers starting and stopping, operating indoors, navigating warehouse aisles, working at elevated heights, understanding rated capacity and load limits, positioning the platform, picking and retrieving stock, operating in confined areas, maintaining safe travel speeds, and manoeuvring safely around obstacles and pedestrians.
Order Picking & Material Handling: Develop practical skills for safely retrieving, lifting, transporting, and positioning goods at different storage levels. Learners learn how to maintain machine stability, work within the rated capacity, secure and handle items correctly, maintain safe visibility, and follow warehouse procedures while picking and moving stock.
Post-Operation Procedures: Learn correct shutdown procedures, cleaning, parking and securing the order picker, recharging batteries where applicable, completing operational records, and reporting faults or maintenance requirements.
Operator Responsibility & Workplace Safety: Understand the responsibility of the order picker operator for safe machine operation and stock handling. Learners are taught to stop and report any condition that may make operation dangerous or unsafe and only resume work once hazards have been addressed and safe operating conditions have been confirmed.
Order Picker Career Opportunities: Order picker operators can pursue employment opportunities in warehouses, logistics yards, distribution centres, manufacturing facilities, retail distribution, e-commerce fulfilment centres, freight and transport companies, wholesale storage facilities, and industrial operations.
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📍 MTN Taxi Rank
📍 Johannesburg Park Station
📍 Germiston Taxi Rank
📍 O.R. Tambo International Airport
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Employment Opportunities
After successfully completing your Training, you are welcome to submit your CV to cv@ahtrainings.co.za. We are regularly contacted by recruitment agencies and employers seeking qualified and competent candidates, and we may refer suitable candidates when opportunities become available.
Graduates are also encouraged to actively apply for positions through leading online job portals such as Indeed, CareerJunction, LinkedIn, and other recruitment platforms to increase their employment opportunities.
While successful completion of the course enhances your employability, securing employment remains subject to the recruitment process and the requirements of individual employers. Our goal is to help equip you with the skills and qualifications needed to pursue rewarding career opportunities.
Career Opportunities
Completing Order Picker Operator Training can prepare learners for employment opportunities as an Order Picker Operator, Warehouse Order Picker, High-Level Order Picker Operator, Low-Level Order Picker Operator, Warehouse Assistant, Material Handler, Stock Picker, Logistics Operator, and Distribution Centre Operator. Order picker operators are in demand across industries such as warehousing, logistics, distribution centres, manufacturing, retail, e-commerce fulfilment centres, wholesale storage facilities, freight, transport, and industrial operations.
On-Site Company Training
We bring the training to you.
Our team is available to travel to companies across South Africa to provide professional on-site training for your employees.
Whether you need to train a small group or an entire workforce, we deliver the same high standard of practical, industry-focused instruction at your premises. We work with businesses of all sizes and can schedule training at times that suit your operations.
Partner with us to keep your workforce skilled, compliant, and workplace-ready.
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FAQs
What is Order Picker Operator Training?
Order Picker Operator Training provides learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to safely and efficiently operate an order picker in professional workplace environments.
How long does Order Picker Operator Training take?
Our Order Picker Operator Training Course takes 3-5 days to complete, combining theory training, hands-on practical training, and competency assessment.
How much does Order Picker Operator Training cost?
Our Order Picker Operator Training Course costs R4,500, including theory training, practical training, and competency assessment.
Is Order Picker Operator Training easy to learn?
Yes. With proper instruction, practical guidance, and regular practice, learners can develop the confidence and skills required to operate an order picker safely and effectively.
What does an Order Picker Operator Course cover?
The course covers order picker components and controls, pre-operation inspections, safety procedures, load capacity, raising and lowering the platform, stock picking and retrieval, safe material handling, workplace hazards, pedestrian awareness, manoeuvring, working at heights, emergency procedures, and post-operation checks.
Is Order Picker Training practical?
Yes. Learners receive hands-on practical training in order picker operation, including manoeuvring, raising and lowering the platform, retrieving and transporting stock, positioning goods, navigating warehouse aisles, and following safe operating procedures under professional supervision.
Where can an Order Picker Operator work?
Order picker operators can pursue opportunities in warehouses, logistics yards, distribution centres, manufacturing facilities, retail distribution centres, e-commerce fulfilment centres, wholesale storage facilities, freight companies, and industrial operations.
What career opportunities are available after Order Picker Training?
Completing Order Picker Operator Training can prepare learners for roles such as Order Picker Operator, Warehouse Order Picker, High-Level Order Picker Operator, Low-Level Order Picker Operator, Material Handler, Warehouse Assistant, Stock Picker, Logistics Operator, and Distribution Centre Operator.
How much does it cost to renew an Order Picker certificate and licence, and how long is it valid?
The validity period and renewal requirements for an Order Picker certificate or operator licence depend on the applicable training and workplace requirements. Contact us to confirm the relevant renewal process, costs, and available assessment options.
How much does an Order Picker Operator earn in South Africa?
An Order Picker Operator in South Africa can earn around R180,000 annually, which is approximately R15,000 per month before deductions. Actual earnings may vary depending on experience, employer, location, industry, and job responsibilities.
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