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A vacancy has been confirmed for a Picker Packer based in Harrismith, Free State. The successful candidate will join an established team within the logistics jobs function.
Overview
An experienced Picker Packer is needed to support operations in Harrismith. The role forms part of how the business keeps its logistics jobs portfolio strong in Free State.
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 Harrismith team.
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 Free State is consistently high and consistently fair.
The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Harrismith 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 Harrismith.
What We Offer
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Harrismith colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the logistics jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Equally, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
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.
Career Growth
Crucially, career progression for this logistics jobs role in Harrismith depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Free State.
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 Harrismith team member.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Harrismith have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
Common Questions
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
Yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Is there opportunity for promotion?
Any progression opportunities depend on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs.
Is this position open to recent graduates?
In addition, yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.
Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates who can meet the advertised location and work-schedule requirements.
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.
What Your Day Looks Like
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.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Harrismith.
Importantly, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Free State operations throw up the unexpected.
Practically speaking, the Harrismith 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.
Our Commitment to Transformation
On top of that, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Free State, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Harrismith.
Beyond that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Free State.
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 Harrismith
Harrismith continues to grow as an employment hub in Free State, with in the Welkom gold fields. 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.
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 Harrismith.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Harrismith, Free State.
Many candidates already living within reach of Harrismith cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.
Where You’ll Work
Crucially, 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 Free State.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Harrismith site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Core Functions
- Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
- Prepare daily dispatch and receiving reports for site management
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
- Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
- Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
Who We’re Looking For
- Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
- Able to perform the essential manual-handling duties safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- 2+ years’ experience in warehousing, distribution or logistics
- Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.