Warehouse Operator, Team Leader

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Warehouse Operator, Team Leader in Kempton Park. This role involves overseeing inbound and outbound operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and leading the team to achieve performance targets. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a supervisory role and be skilled in inventory and stock control. Join a dynamic environment committed to innovation and collaboration, where your contributions have a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years knowledge of WMS CargoWrite.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• 2 years’ experience in a supervisory/team leader role.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee outbound operations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Create and maintain various reports.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct staff meetings to review work activities.

Skills

Knowledge of WMS CargoWrite

Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Time-management skills

Job description

Location: Kempton Park. Job Posting Title: Warehouse Operator, Team Leader (NBC_49S1), Contract Logistics. Time Type: Full time.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years knowledge of WMS CargoWrite
• Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Min 2 years’ experience in a Supervisory / Team leader role
• 1‑2 years’ experience in a warehouse environment

Job Related Requirements

• Experience in stock control; knowledge of inbound, return processes and workflows; investigation and troubleshooting of stock discrepancies; planning, organising, leading, controlling & monitoring; good communication skills at all levels; strong attention to detail and high quality of work;
• Must be able to meet and manage internal and personal KPIs and ensure compliance to policies, regulations, work instructions and workloads;
• Good interpersonal skills; understanding of inventory management principles; ability to work extended hours or after hours when required by operations;
• Prepare and execute daily workload for distribution to employees; retrieve and compile data into reports used for performance management, progress tracking and investigations; initiate disciplinary action;
• Compliance with site policies, regulations, work instructions, maintenance, SHERQ, IR processes; lead, train, measure performance, manage subordinates to ensure high morale, productivity and retention; intermediate knowledge of industrial relations and processes.

Added Advantages for the role

• Good people and leadership skills
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good time‑management skills
• Analytical skill to plan out the day ahead and the next
• Ability to revise and draft new work instructions/SOPs or flow charts
• Warehouse operational knowledge specifically in the automation & electronics environment

Main purpose of the role

This role will be responsible for the leading and control of the inbound & outbound operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee outbound for all clients for the facility
• Adherence to HSE compliance and responsibilities
• Create and maintain various reports in line with KPI and contractual obligations
• Control, action, investigate and complete CAPA documents when needed, covering consignments, error percentages, KPI requirements, etc.
• Practice and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Daily reporting to management
• Monitor and report on staff attendance
• Perform duties in other departments as per operational requirements or when required by management
• Oversee special projects
• Reward good behaviour with employee‑of‑the‑month awards
• Correct bad behaviour by ensuring necessary disciplinary action is taken
• Ensure 5S compliance
• Ensure SPQRCE is adhered to
• Conflict management
• Hourly floor walks to ensure compliance of health and safety and staff monitoring
• Drive the team to meet daily targets in line with contractual obligations
• Conduct staff meetings to review daily/weekly work activities, plan and assure continuous improvement
• Meet all client‑specified KPIs and comply with quality system requirements
• Keep manager advised of progress or problems requiring attention daily; hold regular meetings with warehouse staff to assess overall status, discuss improvement ideas and keep staff informed of new developments
• Assist in physical operations as needed
• Deliver results by leveraging the skills of the right people at the right time
• Maintain high motivation in team members to focus on providing highest levels of customer satisfaction

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world‑class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward‑thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Disclaimer : Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non‑discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use affirmative action (AA) measures in an endeavour to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.