Picker Packer

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

About the Opportunity

The Picker Packer position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Western Cape. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Knysna and across the logistics jobs space.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the logistics jobs team in Western Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

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

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

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.

On top of that, the Knysna 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.

On top of that, 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 Knysna.

Based in Knysna

Knysna continues to grow as an employment hub in Western Cape, with near the Cape Town International Airport 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 Knysna 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 Knysna, 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 Knysna.

Career Growth

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

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

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

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

Equal Opportunity

Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Knysna.

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.

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

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

Meet the Team

You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the logistics jobs side of the business inside out. The Knysna 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.

Importantly, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Knysna will be explained during the hiring process.

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.

Daily Duties

• Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
• Coordinate cross-docking and consolidation with inbound and outbound teams
• Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
• Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
• Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
• Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
• Pick, pack and dispatch orders accurately within agreed cut-offs

Who We’re Looking For

• Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
• Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
• Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
• Good communication skills with drivers, suppliers and customers
• Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Relevant logistics, supply chain or warehousing qualification (preferred)
• Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends

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