Hands-On Warehouse Team Lead – Operations & Safety

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to supervise daily operations and guide a team of warehouse associates in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will oversee receiving, stocking, picking, packing and shipping, ensuring safety and accuracy while coaching staff and optimizing space utilization. A hands-on leader with 2+ years of supervisory experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a supervisory or team-lead role in a warehouse.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with warehouse operations and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of warehouse staff, assigning tasks and ensuring efficient workflow.
• Monitor daily warehouse activities, including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies within the warehouse.
• Train new employees and provide ongoing coaching to enhance performance.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist in cycle counts and stocktakes.
• Optimize space utilization and ensure warehouse organization and cleanliness.
• Address and resolve operational issues or conflicts within the team.
• Report on team performance, productivity, and challenges.
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors and managers to achieve goals.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Safety compliance

WMS

Education

High school diploma

Logistics certification

Tools

WMS

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to supervise daily operations and guide a team of warehouse associates in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will oversee receiving, stocking, picking, packing and shipping, ensuring safety and accuracy while coaching staff and optimizing space utilization. A hands-on leader with 2+ years of supervisory experience is preferred.