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Requisition ID: 1657
Country/Region: ZA
Location: Cape Town, ZA
Job Type: Contract
Workplace Type: On Site
Job Title: Warehouse Operator
Location: Solution Factory – Cape Town
Reports To: Senior Service Manager

Job Purpose
The Warehouse Operator is responsible for the effective management, control, and maintenance of materials, tools, equipment, and inventory within the national warehouse and supporting regional warehouses. The role ensures accurate stock records, safe handling of tools and equipment, and availability of materials for construction and after sales projects.

Key Responsibilities
1. Material & Warehouse Management
  • Manage and control physical materials stored in the warehouses.
  • Ensure correct receipt, storage, handling, and dispatch of materials in line with company procedures.
  • Maintain warehouse cleanliness, safety, and compliance with health and safety standards.

2. Inventory & Book Management
  • Maintain accurate inventory records for the national warehouse, ensuring system records align with physical stock.
  • Conduct regular stock counts and reconciliations.
  • Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and report findings timeously.

3. Tools & Consumables Management
  • Manage full-category tools including hand tools, lifting tools, oil, and consumables for:
o Projects under construction
o After-sales and maintenance projects
  • Track issuing, return, condition, and availability of tools and consumables.
  • Ensure tools are stored safely and are fit for use.

4. Measuring Instruments & Equipment Control
  • Manage regional measuring instruments, machine tools, and specialised equipment.
  • Coordinate and monitor maintenance, inspection, calibration, and repair schedules.
  • Keep accurate records of inspections, certifications, and repairs.

5. Compliance & Reporting
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.Perform the supervisor request.
  • Prepare and submit warehouse and inventory reports as required.
  • Support audits and inspections related to warehouse operations.

Education & Technical Qualifications
  • Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
  • Certificate or Diploma in Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field (advantageous).
  • Basic computer literacy (MS Excel, inventory or ERP systems).

Experience
  • Minimum 1 years’ experience in a warehouse or stores environment.
  • Experience managing tools, equipment, and consumables in a technical or industrial setting preferred.
  • Exposure to inventory systems and stock control processes.

Skills & Competencies
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Good organisational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Physically fit and able to handle warehouse duties.

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