Work-Force
This is a current vacancy. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Warehouse Assistant in Upington, and we encourage applicants from across Northern Cape to consider this opportunity.
About This Position
The organisation is investing in its Upington operation, and this Warehouse Assistant position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the logistics jobs function and contribute to the wider Northern Cape business.
Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.
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 Upington.
Working in Upington
Upington continues to grow as an employment hub in Northern Cape, with close to the Sishen mining 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 Upington cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Upington, Northern Cape.
The Environment
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.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Upington site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
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.
Your Role
- Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
- Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
- Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes
- Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
- Conduct daily, weekly and monthly stock counts and investigate variances
- Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
What You’ll Need
- Awareness of OHS Act, traffic regulations and hazardous goods rules
- Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Clear criminal record and proof of address
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
- Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
- Strong numeracy and accuracy on stock counts and pick lists
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.