Despatch & Warehouse Assistant

JenRecruitment PTY Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Cape Town is seeking a detail-oriented dispatch team member to ensure customer orders are accurately picked and packed. The role involves coordinating with logistics partners and maintaining safety and organization in the dispatch area. Ideal candidates are physically fit, reliable, and possess good communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary between R8000 and R10,000.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and reliable.
• Physically fit and capable of handling manual tasks.
• Punctual and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately.
• Ensure goods are securely packaged and labelled.
• Coordinate with logistics partners for timely deliveries.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the dispatch area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Good communication

Teamwork skills

Basic computer literacy

Reliability

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-orientated and reliable despatch team member. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all customer orders are accurately picked, packed, and prepared for collection or delivery in a timely and professional manner. This role plays a key part in maintaining smooth warehouse operations, meeting customer expectations, and supporting the company’s service standards.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick and pack customer orders according to invoices or delivery notes.
• Ensure goods are securely packaged and correctly labelled for dispatch.
• Coordinate with couriers, drivers, and logistics partners to meet delivery deadlines.
• Check outgoing stock against paperwork to prevent errors.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety in the dispatch area.
• Assist with stock counts, returns, and reporting discrepancies.
• Communicate with the sales and customer service teams regarding order status or issues.
• Follow company procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks.
• Basic computer literacy (for invoices, tracking, and system updates).
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.

Details

Working hours: Full time permanent position

Area: Cape Town, office based in Woodstock.

Salary: R8000 – R10 000