Loader

Tiger Brands; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands in Pretoria is seeking a Dispatch Loader to efficiently load bread and bakery products onto delivery vehicles in line with customer orders and schedules.

You will check notes and invoices for accuracy, arrange loads to prevent damage, and maintain a clean, hygienic dispatch area. The role requires physical fitness, reliability, and ability to work early mornings, weekends, or holidays when needed. Experience in bakery, warehouse, or distribution is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous bakery/warehouse/dispatch experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift and move bread crates.
• Able to work early mornings, weekends or public holidays.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Reliable, punctual and responsible.

Responsibilities

• Load bread and bakery products onto delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Check products against dispatch notes, invoices, or loading sheets to ensure order accuracy.
• Arrange products correctly inside delivery vehicles to prevent damage during transportation.
• Ensure the correct quantities and varieties of bread are loaded for each delivery route.
• Handle bread products carefully to maintain product quality and presentation.
• Assist with sorting, staging, and preparing orders before loading.
• Report shortages, damaged products, incorrect quantities, or discrepancies to the Dispatch Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic loading and dispatch area.
• Follow all company food-safety, hygiene, health, and safety procedures.
• Assist drivers with loading and securing products when required.
• Complete loading duties within the required dispatch times.
• Assist with returns, rejected products, and empty bread crates or trays where applicable.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Bakery experience

Fast-paced work

Detail oriented

Physically fit

Flexible hours

Communication skills

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Literacy

Numeracy

Reliability

Job description

LoaderCookies help us improve your website experience. By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies.# Careers## LoaderApply: Onsite: Pretoria: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 13, 2026 (3 days left to apply): JR002943It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!### **Job Purpose**The Dispatch Loader is responsible for accurately and efficiently loading bread and bakery products onto delivery vehicles according to customer orders and delivery schedules. The role requires careful handling of products to prevent damage, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, and ensuring that all orders are dispatched correctly and on time.### **Key Responsibilities*** Load bread and bakery products onto delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.* Check products against dispatch notes, invoices, or loading sheets to ensure order accuracy.* Arrange products correctly inside delivery vehicles to prevent damage during transportation.* Ensure the correct quantities and varieties of bread are loaded for each delivery route.* Handle bread products carefully to maintain product quality and presentation.* Assist with sorting, staging, and preparing orders before loading.* Report shortages, damaged products, incorrect quantities, or discrepancies to the Dispatch Supervisor.* Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic loading and dispatch area.* Follow all company food-safety, hygiene, health, and safety procedures.* Assist drivers with loading and securing products when required.* Complete loading duties within the required dispatch times.* Assist with returns, rejected products, and empty bread crates or trays where applicable.* Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor.### **Requirements*** Previous experience in a bakery, warehouse, dispatch, distribution, or loading environment is advantageous.* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.* Good attention to detail and accuracy.* Physically fit and able to lift and move bread crates/products.* Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, or public holidays where required.* Good communication and teamwork skills.* Ability to follow instructions and company procedures.* Basic literacy and numeracy skills.* Reliable, punctual, and responsible.### **Physical Requirements*** Ability to stand and work for extended periods.* Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull products and crates safely.* Ability to work in a warehouse or bakery dispatch environment.In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.### About UsTiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow.Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together.We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business. If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play. Explore the vacancies we currently have available @TigerBrands.