Weir Minerals Is Hiring: Driver / Storeman – Gauteng branch
Purpose of Role: An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Driver / Storeman at our Gauteng branch based in Alrode. The successful candidate will assist with ordering, preparing, receiving and delivery of stock to internal / external customers. This is a 6-month fixed term contract position.
Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organisation dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:
Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture. Adhere to all Safety Health Environment (SHE) and housekeeping requirements at the branch and customer sites at all times. Adhere to Duty of Care Policy at all times.
Load stock / spares received on system
Control incoming and outgoing stock
Picking, binning and loading of customer orders
Pack and crate stock for customer orders
General warehouse stock control
Inspection of parts for potential defects
Load and unload trucks
Correct identification of Weir parts
Despatch, delivery and collection of stock
Perform cycle counts on stock
Maintain Weir delivery vehicles and operate with due diligence
Managing of stores / stock
Stores administration
Liaise with Admin and Service Centre staff
Work standby and overtime as and when required
Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:
Matric (Grade 12) Certificate or any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for candidates that have the ability to perform the objectives above
Relevant tertiary certificate or equivalent an advantage (warehousing / logistics / stock control)
2-3 years’ related experience in warehousing / logistics / stock control
Valid driver’s licence (Code 10) and Professional Driver’s Permit
Valid forklift licence
Computer literate – Microsoft Office suite (ERP Software, e.g. SAP, Infor LN an advantage)
Clear communication – verbal and written
Ability to solve problems in a timely manner
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness
Ability to follow instructions and respond to management direction
