Mining Warehouse Lead: Efficiency, Safety & Inventory

Symotree Global; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Symotree Global in Burgersfort, Limpopo, seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead the warehouse team, oversee receipt, storage and dispatch of goods, and drive accurate inventory control. You will manage budgets, safety compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with procurement and logistics.

The role requires 5–10 years in warehousing in mining, at least 3 years in management, and solid MS Office and ERP (Sage) skills. A valid licence and fitness for mining environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) completed.
• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or Warehouse Management.
• 5–10 years’ experience in a warehouse environment within a mining industry.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in mining environment preferred.
• Computer literacy: MS Office and ERP systems such as Sage.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Medically fit to work in a mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse activities: receiving, storing, issuing and dispatching stock.
• Ensure accurate inventory management and stock control (cycle counts, stock takes).
• Maintain documentation and system updates (e.g. Sage/ERP).
• Lead warehouse supervisors and staff, including recruitment and performance management.
• Ensure health & safety compliance and adherence to policies.
• Coordinate with procurement, production and logistics teams.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Optimise warehouse layout and processes for efficiency.
• Maintain housekeeping standards at all times.
• Manage budget, stock-holding values and cost-saving initiatives.
• Manage supplier/service-provider performance with procurement.
• Report warehouse performance, stock accuracy and KPI metrics to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Detail orientation

Planning

Problem solving

Communication

Pressure management

Budget control

Decision making

Education

Diploma in Supply Chain/Logistics/Warehouse Management

Grade 12

Tools

Sage

ERP systems

Job description

Symotree Global in Burgersfort, Limpopo, seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead the warehouse team, oversee receipt, storage and dispatch of goods, and drive accurate inventory control. You will manage budgets, safety compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with procurement and logistics.

The role requires 5–10 years in warehousing in mining, at least 3 years in management, and solid MS Office and ERP (Sage) skills. A valid licence and fitness for mining environment are essential.