Warehouse Associate

WHAT WE OFFER:

When you join Maersk youll find that the world is your workplace. Youll work in a culturally diverse stimulating environment surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance respect dedication and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together.

Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner. Through Constant Care and Humbleness we strive to prepare for the future while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring challenging place to work. At Maersk we take pride in hiring the best person for the job irrespective of gender age nationality or religious belief.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Receiving and Storing:

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and quality
• Unload goods ensure proper storage according to procedures and enter items into the warehouse management system (WMS)
• Label and store items in appropriate warehouse locations

Order Picking and Packing:

• Accurately pick pack and prepare orders for shipment based on client and operational requirements
• Ensure that products are packaged securely to prevent damage during transit

Inventory Management:

• Participate in regular stock counts and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy
• Assist with investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies
• Maintain records of stock levels and report any shortages or excesses to supervisors

Loading and Dispatching:

• Assist with loading outgoing shipments onto trucks and other transport vehicles
• Ensure orders are correctly processed and prepared for dispatch in a timely manner

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Follow all company safety guidelines and operating procedures to maintain a safe working environment
• Report any hazards safety incidents or equipment malfunctions to supervisors
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and handling of machinery

General Warehouse Duties:

• Always maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks safely and efficiently
• Collaborate with other warehouse team members and departments to meet performance and quality targets

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Minimum Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent
• Minimum of 1-2 years of warehouse or logistics experience preferred
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and basic inventory procedures
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling goods
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy items as the role requires standing lifting and manual labour
• Forklift operation certification is an advantage

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race colour gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy or parental leave veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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