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Maersk • South Africa

Warehouse Associate

Employment type:  Full time

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Warehouse Associate to join our frontline team at the Maersk Warehouse, based in Parow Industria This role is essential in ensuring accurate and timely picking, packing, and handling of products. The ideal candidate will follow direction well, work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and uphold safety and quality standards in all warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurately pick and pack orders according to customer requirements and internal standards
  • Handle products with care to minimize damage and ensure quality
  • Use RF scanners to scan and track inventory during picking, packing, and stock movement
  • Follow instructions from the Team Leader and work collaboratively with team members
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
  • Assist in loading and unloading shipments, and perform stock replenishment as required
  • Identify and report discrepancies or damaged items
  • Comply with company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines at all times
  • Maintain Warehouse 5S Standards as per procedure
  • Execute daily tasks in accordance with established warehouse SOPs
  • Consistently follow and promote company safety standards

Minimum Requirements

  • Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent required
  • Previous experience in a warehouse environment preferred
  • Experience working with a Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a strong advantage
  • Familiarity with RF scanning devices
  • Basic math, reading, and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
  • Willing to work flexible hours, including weekends or overtime as required

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.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

Company benefits

Open to part time work for some roles
Open to compressed hours
In house training
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Mental health platform access
Compassionate leave
Life assurance
Annual bonus
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Adoption leave
Private GP service
Buy or sell annual leave
Religious celebration leave
401K
Annual pay rises
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Learning platform
Mentoring
Enhanced maternity leave
Shared parental leave
Women’s health leave
L&D budget
Professional subscriptions
Lunch and learns

Working at Maersk

Company employees:

100,000+

Gender diversity (m:f):

65:35

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