Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Picker Packer in King William’s Town. Suitably qualified candidates from across Eastern Cape are invited to apply.
What This Role Involves
This Picker Packer role sits within the logistics jobs function in King William’s Town. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Eastern Cape.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The King William’s Town operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Beyond that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in King William’s Town also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the logistics jobs group in King William’s Town.
Our Commitment to Transformation
In addition, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Eastern Cape, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
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.
Equally, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Eastern Cape.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in King William’s Town.
Meet the Team
Notably, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the King William’s Town office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Eastern Cape operations get busy.
On top of that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in King William’s Town will be explained during the hiring process.
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.
What We Offer
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The King William’s Town colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the logistics jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Crucially, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Beyond that, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
About King William’s Town
King William’s Town continues to grow as an employment hub in Eastern Cape, with near the Port of Ngqura logistics hub. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Many candidates already living within reach of King William’s Town cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Eastern Cape economy.
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 King William’s Town.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in King William’s Town, Eastern Cape.
The Environment
In addition, 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 King William’s Town site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Equally, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Eastern Cape.
Crucially, 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs
- Pick, pack and dispatch orders accurately within agreed cut-offs
- Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow
- Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
- Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes
- Coordinate cross-docking and consolidation with inbound and outbound teams
Minimum Requirements
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Relevant logistics, supply chain or warehousing qualification (preferred)
- Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
- Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
- Awareness of OHS Act, traffic regulations and hazardous goods rules
- 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.