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LOGISTICS/WAREHOUSE/OPS SUPERVISOR

Durbanville
Salary: R30 000.00 - R40 000.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Logistics
Benefits: R3 000 petrol allowance + Pension fund eligibility after 6 months
Reference: CPT000773/LR

Apply before Jan 04 2026 | 28 Days left

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

Job description: A well-established production company is seeking an experienced Logistics & Warehouse Supervisor to take on a critical operational role. This individual will work closely with the Operations Management Team and will be responsible for ensuring smooth, compliant, and efficient warehouse and logistics operations. This position carries substantial responsibility and requires someone with strong stability in their career, excellent leadership ability, and proven experience within production environments (not only warehousing). The successful candidate must also be comfortable handling after-hours callouts when required.

Key Requirements

Solid experience in production and warehouse operations
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, Health & Safety, and Fire Compliance
Dangerous Goods and chemical handling experience beneficial
Ability to lead teams and manage disciplinary processes
Valid driver’s licence (company bakkie can be provided)
Must live within a reasonable distance due to after-hours site callouts and therefore be of sober habits
Proactive, hands-on approach and strong problem-solving skills
Stable career history (no frequent job hopping)

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Site Operations

Daily opening/closing of premises and oversight of security protocols
End-to-end workflow management: receiving, storage, picking, packing, staging, dispatch
Ensure strict FIFO/FEFO, accurate picking slips, batch control, stock integrity
Maintain a clean, safe warehouse environment (5S)

Dangerous Goods & Chemical Handling

Ensure full compliance with DG regulations
Oversee storage, segregation, and labelling of hazardous materials
Train staff on chemical handling, PPE, spill response and SDS requirements
Maintain spill kits, fire extinguishers, and conduct compliance inspections

Fire & Emergency Preparedness (Advantage)

Support fire warden responsibilities
Participate in fire drills, equipment checks, incident reporting

Logistics & Dispatch

Plan daily dispatch schedules and route optimisation
Ensure safe and compliant loading
Verify paperwork, PODs, and manage driver performance
Liaise with transport providers and monitor OTIF performance

Vehicle & Equipment Management

Conduct inspections of forklifts, pallet jacks, trucks and bakkies
Manage servicing, repairs, and safety concerns
Maintain COFs, licence renewals, service logs

Stock Control & Inventory

Oversee GRVs, transfers, adjustments, dispatch capturing
Conduct cycle counts and full stock takes
Investigate discrepancies and maintain batch traceability

Staff Supervision

Lead and mentor warehouse staff
Allocate daily workload, monitor productivity and SOP compliance
Handle performance discussions and corrective action where needed

OHS & Compliance

Enforce safety procedures and OHS Act requirements
Conduct toolbox talks and ensure correct PPE usage
Report hazards and assist in incident investigations

Systems & Reporting

Use ERP/stock systems for all warehouse movements
Submit daily/weekly reporting and monitor KPIs
Recommend process improvements

Cross-Department Collaboration

Coordinate with Production, Sales, Customer Service, QA and Procurement
Manage raw material flow, urgent orders, product releases and non-conformances

Seasonal & After-Hours Availability

Weekend work during peak season (Oct–Dec)
Flexibility for early starts/late finishes during high-demand periods
Attend to urgent after-hours warehouse or security matters when required

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