61 Warehouse Assistant jobs in South Africa

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Warehouse Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring efficient warehouse operations, maintaining high standards of accuracy, productivity, and safety.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 with Mathematics or equivalent.

• Valid Forklift License (essential).

• Machine operating experience (advantageous).

• Prior warehouse experience (advantageous).

Key Competencies:

• Strong sense of urgency and deadline-driven.

• Quality and safety conscious with meticulous attention to detail.

• Ability to multitask effectively.

• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn and adapt to changing systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transfer Finished Goods (FG) and Work in Progress (WIP) to the warehouse.

• Prepare and verify customer orders.

• Conduct cycle counts and maintain stock accuracy.

• Load and offload trucks when required.

• Manage and control empty bins.

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.

• Perform ad-hoc duties as required.

Overview

Established company with a branch office in Maitland, Cape Town is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Warehouse Assistant.

Key responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform stock picking according to the pick slip and procedure.

2. Offloading, packing, stacking, picking and loading of stock.

3. Do stock take and cycle counts and update stock sheets.

4. Complete all documentation and adhere to administration procedure.

5. Do housekeeping and maintain safe working practices ( Internal and external).

6. Identify problem areas and implement corrective actions.

7. Render assistance to branch personnel as required.

8. Work overtime a required including on a Saturday in accordance with work schedule.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Preferably Grade 12.
• Minimum of 1 year general warehousing experience including picking and stock handling.
• Good command of English ( Speaking, writing and reading) as well as good understanding of Afrikaans.
• Numerical ability ( counting, adding, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Medically fit with full physical mobility.
• Ability to develop and maintain sound inter personal relationships.
• Must be able to work overtime including Saturday`s in accordance with work schedule.
• Valid South African motor vehicle lisence (E/EB) will be beneficial.
• Ability to function under time pressure , focus on detail, and accuracy, achieve set outcomes.

Applications can be sent to P Visser, Human resources at before or by close of business on Friday, 19 September 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Warehousing: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Cape Town, Western Cape (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Purpose Summary:

To ensure that the correct company products are received, controlled and dispatched. Customers and suppliers should have a delightful experience encountering this person.

Job Title:

Consumer Channel and Product Manager

Permanent/Temporary:

Permanent

Location:

Nology – Centurion

Key Duties & Responsibilities

INBOUND LOGISTICS

Credit Note Stock

• Receive stock back against Vision JobCard for correctness
• Keep in demarcated credit note location based on condition/type indicated in Acumatica
• Daily transfers of stock credited to different Warehouse and locations.

Demo Stock

• Daily check and dispatch of approved DO Orders
• Demo Stock location stock control
• Zero stock variances with quarterly counts.
• Receive stock back against Vision JobCard for correctness
• Keep stock in Demo Credit Note location until credit notes have been processed
• Daily stock transfer of stock being credited to Demo Stock Location.

Stock Receiving

• Prioritize doorbell and attend to it immediately
• Inspect the stock for any physical damage, both palletized and loose boxes
• Control Goods Receiving process for all stock received at the warehouse.
• Ensure pallet/loose carton weights are clearly noted on the pallet sheet
• Ensure that delivery note is stamped and signed.
• If any damages, make a note on the delivery note, let the driver sign at the note.
• Report all the damages and discrepancies immediately to the Warehouse Supervisor before the driver leaves our premises.
• Scan serials/mac's for local supplier stock received and submit to Warehouse Supervisor and Procurement Administrator within 24hrs of receiving the stock
• Action physical stock movement to and from QC & Rework departments
• Action Project orders to and from Rework Departments for on time delivery to customers

Warehousing

• Manage and maintain stock replenishment, daily on FIFO method
• Ensure all stock received is moved from receiving area, when the communication is posted on incoming stock group (Teams)
• Ensure all pallets stored on the shelves are clearly marked, item number, qty, date received, and PO number are visible.
• Ensure shelves are marked with correct item numbers stored in allocated space
• Isolate customer invoiced stock awaiting dispatch from Nology stock, clearly mark every order with customer and invoice details, currently stored on the shelves, outbound team will upload delivery notes
• Ensure demarcated areas for different Nology stock types and mark the stock accordingly.
• Always maintain safe and clean environment, attend to your weekly cleaning schedule, move empty pallets to rubbish area on daily basis
• Always adhere to department and company policies and procedures
• Assist with quarterly stock takes
• Zero stock variances
• Pick orders with FIFO method
• Process orders according to demarcated areas and bins in warehouse
• Always maintain strict security control
• Maintain Health and Safety requirements in warehouse

OUTBOUND LOGISTICS

Orders for delivery by driver

• Prepare daily orders for delivery timeously. Orders to be completed by 16:30 or next morning before 08:00
• Hand delivery documents to Supervisor before COB.
• Check deliveries with driver to make sure loaded orders are correct.
• Dispatch orders with most economical method to the company unless instructed otherwise by Supervisor.
• Track the waybill daily and report problems to Supervisors of both branches

Key Account Order dispatches

• Pick and process orders as they become available on Acumatica
• Update Acumatica with correct tracking details information
• Report any booking problems Supervisor immediately
• Prepare orders according to customer requirements with labels and markings.
• Feedback Supervisor with problems on orders dispatched in transit.
• Pick and pack orders and backorders according to date.
• Picking and Packing on Sales Orders with 100% correctness
• Ensure all goods leaving the warehouse has required documentation ( DN ) in parcels
• Adhere to shipping instructions on Acumatica dispatching orders.

Relief Driver Duties

• Plan daily deliveries most economical to Company together with Outbound Logistics Supervisor
• Check correctness of stock delivered/collected versus documentation
• Discuss visual damaged stock with Outbound Logistics Supervisor before accepting at supplier premisses.
• Complete and sign Delivery schedule
• Obtain required information and signatures from customers on the Delivery Schedule
• Hand in fuel slips together with delivery schedule
• Report undelivered orders to Outbound Logistics Supervisor and offload.
• Communicate any issues with stock / customer on site.
• Scan all paperwork to Supervisor to save on the system.
• Daily Vehicle checklist completion
• Report vehicle problems and accidents immediately
• Zero fines for disobeying road law

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Relevant qualification in storekeeping and stock controller
• Acumatica would be an advantage
• Code 8 Drivers License with PDP

Additional Skills

• Adhering to safety practices
• Planning and execution Skills
• Problem solving
• Effective Communication
• Maintain standards of conduct
• Be respectful and honest
• Possess cultural and political awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Be respectful
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• People Skills
• Verbal and customer services
• Detail & Accuracy Orientated
• Well Organized
• Self-Starter - Does not need full time supervision

Required knowledge and experience required

• Overtime due to inherent requirement of job
• Able to work independently
• Maintain standards of conduct
• Possess cultural and political awareness and sensitivity
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Be consistent and fair
• Physical demands: Lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Internet
• 1-2 years' experience in warehousing environment
• Customer Service experience
• Exposure to warehouse control procedures

Office requirements

• Working hours 8h00 to 17h00, Monday to Friday.
• Semi-formal dress code.
• Reliable transport to and from the office
• Excellent language skills (English), both written and verbal

Notes:

• This is a permanent position, subject to a three-month probation period.
• During your employment you shall be obliged to carry out the lawful instructions of the Company faithfully and diligently and always use your best endeavours to promote the best interests of the Company.
• The company reserves the right to vary duties and responsibilities of the staff to suit the future needs of the business giving fair notice in writing.
• Duties must be performed faithfully, diligently and to the best of your abilities.
• Should the Company introduce new methods of working and/or new technology you will be required to co-operate with these changes adapting to new methods of working and/or technology and undergo training as the Company directs.

Please send your CV and portfolio to and reference the job title in the subject line.

Only candidates that meet the requirements will be considered.

• Customer Assistance:
• Greeting customers warmly and offering assistance.
• Providing product information and helping customers find goods.
• Handling inquiries and resolving complaints efficiently.
• Maintenance:
• Keeping the store neat and orderly, arranging merchandise displays.
• Conducting regular checks to ensure that products are correctly priced and labeled.
• Inventory Management:
• Monitoring stock levels and replenishing shelves as needed.
• Coordinating with the backroom to handle inventory-related tasks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Deli Stationery is seeking a reliable and diligent Warehouse Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term basis during our busy Back-to-School period. The successful candidate will assist in ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.

This is a temporary contract position intended to support the increased operational demands during the Back-to-School season.

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with work arrangements made by the team leader and adhere to warehouse management rules.
• Complete delivery tasks on time, handle goods with care, and avoid any damage or destruction.
• Repair damaged packaging or labeling of goods to ensure their safety during transportation, handling, and storage.
• Perform counting, sorting, organizing, distributing, packing, loading, and unloading of goods.
• Comply with storage regulations and place goods in designated areas or shelves, maintaining a clean and tidy storage area.
• Be proficient in using transportation tools, such as various trolleys, and adhere to safety operating procedures to ensure work safety.
• Follow prescribed standard operating procedures when executing tasks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Maintain a good spirit of teamwork, actively cooperating with colleagues, leaders, and other departments to complete various work tasks.
• Housekeeping and keeping workstation clean, neat, and tidy namely dusting shelves, sweeping and mopping floor.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment will be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks.
• A team player with a positive attitude and good communication skills.

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: R5 700,00 - R6 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Job Description
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Preparing bill of material packaging (bags and buckets).
• Picking and packing of bill of material.
• Ensuring that bill of material is always stocked.
• Checking the levels of the bill of material packaging (bags, buckets, barcodes etc).
• Control and management of all barcodes.
• Ensure that bill of material is packed correctly for stock take purposes.
• Checking the printed orders that come from the production room.
• Quality control of the printed tags.
• Making sure that blank orders is packed if the printed order has any blank order items.
• Packing of blank orders.
• Ensuring that the orders are packed correctly and up to standard.
• Checking of incoming stock and packing it on the shelves (FIFO).
• Ensuring the necessary prepping and processes are followed during stock take.
• Any further instruction from the warehouse supervisors as required.
• Record all duties (Production) on an excel sheet, daily.
• Packing of Sensehub orders.

Knowledge And Experience Required
Grade 12

High work standards.

Good judgement.

Ability to multi-task.

Ability to perform well under pressure.

The ability to work as a team.

The ability to work unsupervised.

Computer Literate.

The ability to follow instructions.

Required Skills
Ability to Work Under Pressure, Accountability, Collaborative Communications, Commercial Printing, Data Entry, Inventory Control Management, Lifting Equipment, Logistics Coordination, Materials Handling, Multitasking, Order Picking, Quality Control Management, Warehouse Administration

Preferred Skills
Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status
Regular

Relocation
VISA Sponsorship
Travel Requirements
Flexible Work Arrangements
Not Applicable

Shift
Valid Driving License
Hazardous Material(s)
Job Posting End Date
10/29/2025

• A job posting is effective until PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID
R

Company Description

-We have an exciting position for a Warehouse Assistant to execute all related tasks associated with receiving, storing, delivering, and moving goods within the operations

Be part of the team.

The team that makes it happen.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to "re-imagine mining to improve people's lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

-As Warehouse Assistant you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Support a safe and healthy work environment where workers, external service providers, and contractors can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Adhere to Housekeeping principles to ensure compliance with environmental requirements.
• Support compliance with MHSA in the workspace.
• Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.

Performance and Delivery

• Provide help and support in resolving GRV systems queries.
• Execute the schedule to facilitate inventory movement, including RECOs and scrap, by receiving, binning, picking, delivering, and moving as per the requirements.
• Adhere to the applicable SHE Policies, Procedures, and guidelines; perform duties accordingly.
• Report any discrepancies, errors, or damages to inventory and equipment to the line supervisor.
• Organise floor space according to storage design principles, inventory segmentation, engineering specifications, and guidelines to maintain the storage area.
• Use 5S principles to initiate and maintain housekeeping.
• Collate and maintain security (access control); ensure proper operational materials handling equipment processes are applied.
• Use FIFO warehousing principles to perform stock rotation and picking.
• Assist in maintaining accurate stock status by performing cycle counting, bin verification, bin labelling, and moving redundant stock to designated areas.
• Compile necessary reports identifying variances and improvement opportunities; assist and support in the process.
• Provide and submit required documents for approval/record, such as reports, logs, and forms.
• Oversee the delivery of materials reserved for the plant area.
• Help maintain an improved OTIF receiving and issuing process.

This role is in the Commercial (CML) NC at a Band A4 (C1/C2) level reporting to the Supervisor Warehouse.

Qualifications

• -Grade 12/N3 Technical
• Preferably a certificate in Supply Chain or Logistics (NQF4)
• Advantageous Licences : Forklift, O/H Crane, LDV, Truck, and Reach Truck.
• SA Drivers Licence Code B

Experience

• 2 - 3 years of relevant warehouse knowledge/experience.
• Computer literacy skills (Word / Excel /PowerPoint / SAP).
• Applies a systematic, knowledge-based problem-solving approach and structured methodologies to investigate risks and opportunities and create compelling, value-added technical solutions.
• Project and active resource management.
• Knowledge of discipline-related standards and recommended practices.

Additional Information

-What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you'll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We're a large, successful multinational company – and we're still growing all the time.

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people's lives.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Job Description

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Preparing bill of material packaging (bags and buckets).
• Picking and packing of bill of material.
• Ensuring that bill of material is always stocked.
• Checking the levels of the bill of material packaging (bags, buckets, barcodes etc).
• Control and management of all barcodes.
• Ensure that bill of material is packed correctly for stock take purposes.
• Checking the printed orders that come from the production room.
• Quality control of the printed tags.
• Making sure that blank orders is packed if the printed order has any blank order items.
• Packing of blank orders.
• Ensuring that the orders are packed correctly and up to standard.
• Checking of incoming stock and packing it on the shelves (FIFO).
• Ensuring the necessary prepping and processes are followed during stock take.
• Any further instruction from the warehouse supervisors as required.
• Record all duties (Production) on an excel sheet, daily.
• Packing of Sensehub orders.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Grade 12

High work standards.

Good judgement.

Ability to multi-task.

Ability to perform well under pressure.

The ability to work as a team.

The ability to work unsupervised.

Computer Literate.

The ability to follow instructions.

Required Skills:

Ability to Work Under Pressure, Accountability, Collaborative Communications, Commercial Printing, Data Entry, Inventory Control Management, Lifting Equipment, Logistics Coordination, Materials Handling, Multitasking, Order Picking, Quality Control Management, Warehouse Administration

Preferred Skills:

Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Job Posting End Date:

10/29/2025

• A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R

Duties and responsibilities:

o General warehousing duties incl. stock, receiving &dispatching;

o Cleaning, maintaining neatness throughout on the showroom floor and the bulk stock of the warehouse; and

o Be responsible in handling of stock.

Specific candidate requirements:

o Communication skills;

o Team player;

o Responsible;

o Punctual;

o Motivated; and

o Presentable.

Minimum requirements:

o Code 8 Drivers Licence.

If you are the type of person who is not scared to roll up your sleeves and get the job done, then please send us your CV for us to consider you to join our amazing team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R5 614,91 per month

Experience:

• Warehouse: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers Licence (Preferred)

Work Location: In person