Warehouse Team Leader

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership development

Career progression opportunities

Team-centric work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to manage a section of our Randburg facility. You will supervise a team of operatives, ensuring productivity, accuracy, and safety in all warehouse tasks on-site.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in supervision within warehousing, strong leadership and communication abilities, and is able to work at Randburg. Proficiency in basic computer applications and inventory procedures is required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a supervisory or team lead role in warehousing.
• Strong leadership, communication and people management skills.
• Must reside in Randburg or be able to commute.
• Proficiency in inventory management and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of warehouse operatives, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Ensure receiving, put-away, picking, and dispatching are efficient and accurate.
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Monitor team productivity and implement measures to improve efficiency and meet targets.
• Provide training and coaching to team members, fostering development.
• Conduct regular checks on warehouse equipment and report maintenance issues.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in the assigned area.
• Liaise with supervisors and managers to ensure smooth operations and resolve challenges.
• Assist with inventory counts and ensure stock accuracy.
• Uphold company standards for quality and service delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Communication skills

Inventory management

Safety procedures

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of warehousing and distribution services, is looking for a dynamic and experienced Warehouse Team Leader to manage a section of their operations at the Randburg, Gauteng facility. This on-site role involves supervising a team of warehouse operatives, ensuring productivity, safety, and adherence to operational procedures. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, a strong understanding of warehouse operations, and the ability to motivate a team to achieve targets. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of efficiency and accuracy within the warehouse, contributing significantly to the overall success of our client's operations in the bustling Randburg area.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of warehouse operatives, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Ensure that all warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, picking, and dispatching, are carried out efficiently and accurately.
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Monitor team productivity and implement measures to improve efficiency and meet targets.
• Provide training and coaching to team members, fostering their development.
• Conduct regular checks on warehouse equipment and report any issues for maintenance.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within the assigned warehouse area.
• Liaise with warehouse supervisors and managers to ensure smooth operations and resolve any operational challenges.
• Assist with inventory counts and ensure stock accuracy.
• Uphold company standards for quality and service delivery.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a warehouse environment, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team effectively.
• Good understanding of warehouse operations, including inventory management and safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions to resolve immediate issues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Physical fitness to perform warehouse duties and stand for extended periods.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications.
• Must be located in or able to commute to Randburg, Gauteng .
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills within a recognized company.
• Work in a key logistics hub with significant operational impact.
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and performance.
• Career progression opportunities within the warehousing sector.