Picker Packer

Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Picker Packer in Cape Town, and we encourage applicants from across Western Cape to consider this opportunity.

Overview

The organisation is investing in its Cape Town operation, and this Picker Packer position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the logistics jobs function and contribute to the wider Western Cape business.

Crucially, 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 Picker Packer taking on this position.

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

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the logistics jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Cape Town much easier.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Picker Packer 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 Team

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

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.

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

In addition, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Cape Town will be explained during the hiring process.

A Typical Day

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.

Crucially, the Cape Town 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.

Equally, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Western Cape 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 Cape Town.

Your Workplace

On top of that, 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.

Importantly, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Western Cape.

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.

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

Our Commitment to Transformation

Importantly, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Western Cape, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.

Equally, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.

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

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.

What We Offer

Practically speaking, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this logistics jobs role in Cape Town; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.

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

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

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

Working in Cape Town

In addition, the role is based in Cape Town, within reach of Century City. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Cape Town and the broader Western Cape region.

Many candidates already living within reach of Cape 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 Western Cape economy.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Cape Town, Western 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 Cape Town.

Your Future Here

This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the logistics jobs team in Cape Town have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

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 Cape Town team member.

In addition, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Cape Town have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position open to recent graduates?

Yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.

Is there opportunity for promotion?

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

Are reference and background checks conducted?

In addition, yes. Reference, qualification and any role-appropriate background checks are conducted in line with applicable law.

Is training provided for this position?

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

Your Role

• Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow
• Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
• Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs
• Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
• Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
• Prepare daily dispatch and receiving reports for site management
• Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team

Candidate Profile

• Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
• Awareness of OHS Act, traffic regulations and hazardous goods rules
• Strong numeracy and accuracy on stock counts and pick lists
• Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles

If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.