General Assistant/cleaner
Company
Wheco Group
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Trabajo.org
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Job Description
**Join Our Team as a General Assistant / Cleaner**
General assistants pick, pack, wrap and load orders into client’s vehicles and courier’s trucks. General Assistants ensure a clean and organized store for optimal utilization of space, easy stock access and safe packing and storage.
• *Operational duties**:
- Move inventory and materials across facilities by using a trolley, ramp and/or goods lift
- Pick and wrap stock for dispatch or delivery by picking the stock as per picking slip or transfer documents provided or by instruction of superior.
- Offload stock from trucks, containers or vehicles and deliver to proper location
- Sort, organise, and store inventory in proper location
- Wrap or repackage items as per procedure and label correctly
- Report damaged or missing inventory or supplies to supervisor
- Stack and organise large bulk items according to regulations and ensure all boxes stacked are not damaged and that the weight is not excessive for bottom boxes
- Carefully handle and move stock items to the designated area and ensure you do not damage the item during movement, and ensure the items are not misused.
- Wear uniform and safety gear at all times
- Work as an active team member to complete team goals and deadlines
- Keep work areas clean, tidy and neat
- Assist client’s collecting orders with a professional and helpful manner
- Perform all other duties as reasonably assigned
• *Minimum Requirements**:
- Matric Certificate is essential
- Previous General Assistant experience will be advantageous
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
General assistants pick, pack, wrap and load orders into client’s vehicles and courier’s trucks. General Assistants ensure a clean and organized store for optimal utilization of space, easy stock access and safe packing and storage.
• *Operational duties**:
- Move inventory and materials across facilities by using a trolley, ramp and/or goods lift
- Pick and wrap stock for dispatch or delivery by picking the stock as per picking slip or transfer documents provided or by instruction of superior.
- Offload stock from trucks, containers or vehicles and deliver to proper location
- Sort, organise, and store inventory in proper location
- Wrap or repackage items as per procedure and label correctly
- Report damaged or missing inventory or supplies to supervisor
- Stack and organise large bulk items according to regulations and ensure all boxes stacked are not damaged and that the weight is not excessive for bottom boxes
- Carefully handle and move stock items to the designated area and ensure you do not damage the item during movement, and ensure the items are not misused.
- Wear uniform and safety gear at all times
- Work as an active team member to complete team goals and deadlines
- Keep work areas clean, tidy and neat
- Assist client’s collecting orders with a professional and helpful manner
- Perform all other duties as reasonably assigned
• *Minimum Requirements**:
- Matric Certificate is essential
- Previous General Assistant experience will be advantageous
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
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What is the 2026 national minimum wage for code 10 and 14 drivers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for drivers in South Africa is R27.58 per hour from 1 March 2026. Overtime after 45 hours per week must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate, equating to R41.37 per hour.
What Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) requirements apply to taxi and truck drivers in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, all drivers of vehicles over 3 500 kg or carrying passengers for reward must hold a valid PrDP issued by the Department of Transport. The permit costs R260 and must be renewed every five years with a medical fitness certificate dated no older than 24 months.
How many hours per week can drivers legally work in South Africa and what leave is mandatory in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, drivers may not exceed 45 ordinary hours per week under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Employees receive 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service and 6 weeks of sick leave over a 36-month cycle.
Which documents are required to apply for a driver position through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, code-specific driving licence, PrDP, and recent tax clearance certificate when registering on the ESSA system. All documents must be uploaded as certified copies not older than three months.
