Logistics Coordinator

Looking for your next move as a Logistics Coordinator in Calvinia? A role has just opened that gives you real responsibility and a clear path forward in Northern Cape.

Overview

The organisation is investing in its Calvinia operation, and this Logistics Coordinator position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the logistics jobs function and contribute to the wider Northern Cape business.

Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Logistics Coordinator 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.

Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Calvinia teams, and the new Logistics Coordinator will feel that from the first week.

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Logistics Coordinator is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Northern Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.

Why Join Us

Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Calvinia contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the logistics jobs space in Northern Cape.

Importantly, 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 Calvinia 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 Northern Cape.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Calvinia teams.

Day in the Life

Your day kicks off in the yard or at the dock, checking schedules, briefing your team and lining up the day’s priorities. You move between receiving, picking, dispatch and the WMS, keeping a close eye on accuracy and time slots. There are constant conversations — with drivers, controllers, customers and the warehouse floor — and the better you communicate, the smoother things run. By the end of the shift, the racks are tidy, the trucks are out, and the next inbound load is already on its way.

Notably, the Calvinia office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.

No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Calvinia.

Equally, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Northern Cape operations throw up the unexpected.

Your Team

Beyond that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Calvinia office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Northern Cape operations get busy.

Importantly, the team mix in Calvinia reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Working in Calvinia

On top of that, the role is based in Calvinia, along the N14 trade route. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Calvinia and the broader Northern Cape region.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Calvinia, Northern Cape.

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 Calvinia.

Many candidates already living within reach of Calvinia cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.

The Environment

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.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Calvinia site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Importantly, 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 Northern Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Your Future Here

Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The logistics jobs space in Calvinia 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 Northern Cape.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Calvinia team member.

Equally, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Calvinia have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Your Role

• Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
• Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
• Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
• Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
• Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes
• Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
• Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system

Candidate Profile

• Good communication skills with drivers, suppliers and customers
• Relevant logistics, supply chain or warehousing qualification (preferred)
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.