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Whether you are a seasoned Shipping Clerk or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Polokwane. The team hires on merit and across communities in Limpopo.
What This Role Involves
The Shipping Clerk vacancy forms part of how the Polokwane branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the logistics jobs side of the business moving forward.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the logistics jobs team in Limpopo make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Shipping Clerk to step into the logistics jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Importantly, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Polokwane also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Growing With Us
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The logistics jobs space in Polokwane offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Limpopo.
Notably, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Polokwane have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Limpopo.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Polokwane team member.
Working in Polokwane
Working in Polokwane means a place in the Lephalale energy corridor, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Limpopo region, and the Polokwane office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Polokwane.
Many candidates already living within reach of Polokwane cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Limpopo economy.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Polokwane, Limpopo.
Your Workplace
Importantly, the environment is operationally driven and physical at times, with shift-based work, strict safety standards and a strong focus on accuracy and on-time delivery.
In addition, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Limpopo. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Polokwane site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
What We Offer
Crucially, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in logistics jobs from your base in Polokwane. Many colleagues across Limpopo have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Polokwane teams.
On top of that, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Polokwane keep progressing.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Limpopo.
Equal Opportunity
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Limpopo, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Polokwane.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Limpopo.
Key Outputs
- Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
- Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
- Conduct daily, weekly and monthly stock counts and investigate variances
- Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow
Essential Criteria
- Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
- Physically able to perform manual handling duties safely
- Relevant logistics, supply chain or warehousing qualification (preferred)
- Understanding of inbound, outbound and stock-take processes
- Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
Crucially, if your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.