Work-Force
A Warehouse Assistant position is being filled in Ermelo. Suitable candidates from across Mpumalanga are invited to submit their applications for review.
What This Role Involves
An experienced Warehouse Assistant is needed to support operations in Ermelo. The role forms part of how the business keeps its logistics jobs portfolio strong in Mpumalanga.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Warehouse Assistant taking on this position.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Warehouse Assistant 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.
Your Workplace
Equally, 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.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Ermelo site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
In addition, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Mpumalanga. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Working in Ermelo
Working in Ermelo means a place close to the Komatipoort border post, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Mpumalanga region, and the Ermelo office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Many candidates already living within reach of Ermelo cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Mpumalanga economy.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Ermelo, Mpumalanga.
Core Functions
- Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
- Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system
- Pick, pack and dispatch orders accurately within agreed cut-offs
- Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
- Prepare daily dispatch and receiving reports for site management
- Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
- Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
What You’ll Need
- Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
- Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
- Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles
- Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Clear criminal record and proof of address
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
- Good communication skills with drivers, suppliers and customers
Beyond that, if most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.