Dispatch Meat Retail Operator

Avatar Human Capital; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Gauteng is seeking a Dispatch Operator to ensure efficient distribution of meat products. The ideal candidate will have logistics experience, knowledge of food safety standards, and the ability to work in cold storage. Responsibilities include coordinating dispatch, verifying orders, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Join us to contribute to our team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in a dispatch or logistics role, preferably in meat or food retail.
• Knowledge of cold storage and HACCP / food safety principles.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in refrigerated environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily dispatch of meat products to retail outlets or customers.
• Verify orders against invoices or dispatch lists to ensure accuracy.
• Check product quality, packaging and labeling before dispatch.
• Maintain cold-chain integrity during storage and transport.
• Record dispatch information accurately.
• Communicate effectively with production, sales and logistics teams.
• Manage stock rotation (FIFO).
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food hygiene regulations.
• Assist with loading and off-loading vehicles when required.

Skills

Knowledge of meat products and handling requirements

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Good communication and teamwork abilities

Basic computer literacy (dispatch systems, spreadsheets, or POS)

Attention to detail and accuracy in order picking and documentation

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Forklift

Job description

We are seeking a Dispatch Operator to join our team in a Meat Retail Industry–warehouse environment. The role plays a vital part in ensuring the efficient and accurate distribution of meat products from the butchery or retail warehouse to stores or customers.

This position requires attention to detail, knowledge of food safety standards, and the ability to work in a cold storage environment while maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene.

Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of meat products and handling requirements
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Basic computer literacy (dispatch systems, spreadsheets, or POS)
• Attention to detail and accuracy in order picking and documentation

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily dispatch of meat products to retail outlets or customers
• Verify orders against invoices or dispatch lists to ensure accuracy
• Check product quality, packaging and labeling before dispatch
• Maintain cold‑chain integrity during storage and transport
• Operate weighing scales, scanners and dispatch tracking systems
• Record dispatch information accurately (delivery notes, batch numbers, etc.)
• Communicate effectively with production, sales and logistics teams
• Manage stock rotation (FIFO – First In, First Out)
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food hygiene regulations
• Assist with loading and off‑loading vehicles when required

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Grade 12 / Matric (minimum)
• At least 1–3 years' experience in a dispatch or logistics role (preferably in meat or food retail)
• Knowledge of cold storage and HACCP / food safety principles
• Forklift license (advantageous)
• Physical fitness and ability to work in refrigerated environments

Interested?