Solomon Power Solomon Power

Forklift Operator & Store-man

Job Description

Solomon Islands Electricity Authority (SIEA) trading as Solomon Power is a state-owned enterprise established under the Electricity Act 1969 and governed by the State-Owned Enterprises Act 2007 and the associated regulations. Solomon Power owns, maintains, and operates the country’s national electricity grid. Solomon Power generates, transmits, distributes and sells electricity in the Solomon Islands.

This position directly liaises with the Stores and Procurement Department to deliver transportation and movement of stock, materials, consumables, spare parts and all other supplies to and from the point of delivery to the warehouse. Ensures all stores requests for goods & services are approved and processed before transportation and moving. Also provide handling support for appropriate supplies to and from the Stores and ensures all deliveries to and from Stores are safe, timely and cost-effective for an efficient and effective operation of the Stores. This role reports to the Stock Controller

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. Operations Effectively Managed

Movement of goods and materials effectively achieved

  • Load and unload materials from trucks, containers and other delivery mechanism using forklift
  • Cargos loaded in containers and other delivery mechanism confirmed with source documents
  • (invoice, packing list, delivery docket).
  • Records of incoming and outgoing stock items updated and kept.
  • Emptied containers are reported to Stock Controller, on a timely manner, to arrange back loading.
  • Goods and other materials are packed and stored neatly in proper designated areas.
  •  All hazardous wastes are moved as directed by supervisor.
  • Pack goods in the warehouse by hand when situation demands
  • Damages, product defects and safety concerns identified are reported on a timely manner to supervisors and managers
  • Move product from the warehouse to other units within the company either by using the forklift or by hand
  • Stacking empty pallets and relocation of pallets
  • Products or goods issued to customers as directed by the supervisor
  • Participate in all month-end and year-end stock counts
2. Technical Expertise Demonstrated and Provided

Ability and skill in operating a forklift and maneuver heavy loads in tight spaces

  • Always perform maintenance and routine check on all forklift equipment used
  • Clean the workplace and keep the stock stored in accordance with the regulations or guidelines
  • Meet tight deadlines in a proficient manner
3. Operationally Compliant Department
  • Full compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory and statutory requirements relevant to Solomon Power maintained at all times.
  • All critical deliverables complying with the mandatory laws and organisational policies and procedures are maintained.
  • Always operate company vehicles including the forklift with a valid license.
4. Satisfied Customer through Quality Service Delivery

Effective delivery of the organisation's service quality commitments to internal and external stakeholders are maintained at all times
5. A Healthy, Safe and OHS Compliant Solomon Power
  • Taking reasonable care of own health and safety and for the safety of other people, including people working under incumbents supervision or direction who may be affected by his or her acts or omissions at the workplace ensured
  • Compliance with lawful direction given by Solomon Power with respect to health and safety matters under current Safety acts and regulations
6. Environmental Protection is Prioritized at all Times
  • Ensure adherence to the requirements of the environmental systems
  • Ensure compliance with specific environmental management procedures applicable to their work
7. Organizational Values Promoted and Demonstrated at all Times
  • Values of Solomon Power upheld and practiced
  • Good corporate governance practices maintained whilst delivering organisational outcomes
  • Positive image of Solomon Power promoted and enhanced in business conduct.

 

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence Description
Operational
Stock Control Acquire and monitor stock to meet business needs

Qualifications

Qualification Discipline Notes
Preferred
Other Diploma in relevant field F6/F5 or Certificate of Competency Level of Work Place Health & Safety Certificate

Work Knowledge and Experience

  1. At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role Familiar with warehouse instructions, practices and processes Able to read and understand the loading capacity of the machine and the workload (SWL), Safety Signage.etc Able to identify/asses risk and make recommendation.

Requirements

Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Driver’s License
Police Clearance
Medical Clearance

Interactions

Interaction Comments
Internal
Logistics, Procurement and Stores
External
Suppliers

Attributes

Attribute Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accepting/compliant Shows a willingness to go along with things and a compliance with expectations.
Accountable Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Detail oriented Attends to the small elements of a task/activity, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Punctuality Completes a required task or fulfils an obligation before or at a previously designated time
Reliable Is able to be trusted to do what is expected or has been promised, puts in a great amount of effort believing in the value of work.
Interpersonal Styles
Realistic Shows concern for facts and reality, rejecting the impractical.
Thinking Styles
Flexible/Adaptable Readily accommodates changing circumstances, modifying own behaviour and/or views. Able to adjust easily to new conditions.
Well organised Controls tasks in a well thought out and critical manner.


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Ranadi, Solomon Islands

Location

03 Oct 2025

Date Posted

8 days to go

Closing Date

N/A

Salary

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