Picker Packer

Applications are warmly invited for a Picker Packer role based in Witbank. We welcome candidates from every background across Mpumalanga who are ready to grow with us.

About This Position

An experienced Picker Packer is needed to support operations in Witbank. The role forms part of how the business keeps its logistics jobs portfolio strong in Mpumalanga.

Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Witbank team.

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 Witbank teams, and the new Picker Packer will feel that from the first week.

The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Witbank also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Picker Packer is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Mpumalanga is consistently high and consistently fair.

Our Commitment to Transformation

In addition, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Witbank.

Beyond that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Mpumalanga.

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.

Working in Witbank

Working in Witbank 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 Witbank office benefits from those long-standing connections.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Witbank, Mpumalanga.

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 Witbank.

Many candidates already living within reach of Witbank 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.

Common Questions

What shift patterns apply to this role?

Shift patterns vary by site, but the role typically follows the standard operational hours of the relevant branch. The hiring team will walk you through the specifics during the interview.

Is training provided for this position?

Training or onboarding, if available, will be described by the hiring organisation in the final vacancy details.

Is there opportunity for promotion?

Any progression opportunities depend on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs.

Meet the Team

You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the logistics jobs side of the business inside out. The Witbank group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.

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.

On top of that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Witbank will be explained during the hiring process.

Career Growth

Career progression for this logistics jobs role in Witbank depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Mpumalanga.

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

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Witbank have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Mpumalanga.

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

Your Workplace

Practically speaking, 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.

On top of that, 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.

Beyond that, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Mpumalanga.

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

What We Offer

Importantly, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this logistics jobs role in Witbank; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Mpumalanga.

In addition, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Equally, career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

Importantly, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

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.

In addition, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Mpumalanga operations throw up the unexpected.

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

Crucially, the Witbank 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow
• Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes
• Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
• Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
• Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
• Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system
• Coordinate cross-docking and consolidation with inbound and outbound teams
• Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs

Minimum Requirements

• Awareness of OHS Act, traffic regulations and hazardous goods rules
• Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
• Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
• Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
• Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Strong numeracy and accuracy on stock counts and pick lists
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

Importantly, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.