Storeman

Volvo Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Durban is looking for a Logistics worker to handle material reception and unpacking. This role involves ensuring the supply of parts to the production line and adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have a Matric certificate, basic computer skills, and some experience in logistics or the automotive industry. Opportunities for growth and teamwork are intrinsic to this role.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 required, tertiary education is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, MS Office & SAP is advantageous.
• Relevant experience in the automotive industry is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unpack parts from containers.
• Feed the unpacked material to the production line.
• Report deviations during the unpacking process.

Skills

Basic counting skills

Knowledge of supply chain and logistics

Computer skills

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Tertiary education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What You Will Do

The main purpose of the job is to receive, unpack, and supply the material to the production line.

Reporting: This role will report to the Logistics Team Leader.

Job Objectives

• Receive and unpack the parts from the containers.
• Linefeed the unpacked material according to various stages/PA.
• Inform the TL of any deviations while doing the unpacking of parts from cases.
• Carry out 5S and Housekeeping standards in your area.
• Adhere to safe working practices at all times.
• Carry out other tasks as requested from time to time.
• Participate and contribute in all other Logistics related activities.
• From time to time, you may be requested to work overtime.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

Qualification & Job Experience

• Matric / Grade 12. Tertiary education is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, MS Office & SAP is advantageous.
• Relevant or similar experience from the automotive industry is an added advantage.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to use basic counting skills.
• E2E operations flow knowledge.
• Basic Supply chain & logistics knowledge.
• Computer skills (Basic).
• Ability to read and write.

Key Competencies

• Good Interpersonal Skills.
• Good Written and Verbal Communication Skills – English.
• Good Problem-Solving Skills.
• Team Player.
• Self-driven/motivated and honest.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to meet targets and deadlines.
• Reliability and resiliency.

Shortlisted candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent, and indemnity declarations, to perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position), and any other checks deemed necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.

Application Closing Date: 15 August 2025.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who We Are And What We Believe In

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will work with some of the sharpest and most creative minds in our field to leave society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault, and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate, and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We have 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers worldwide. Our global footprint offers opportunities for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet faces great challenges, we — one of the largest industrial organizations in the world — stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?