At our AVI Limited, we believe in collaboration and innovation to drive exceptional results. Our Shared Services departments—spanning IT, Finance, HR, Logistics, Digital, Marketing, and Field Marketing — are essential to the growth of our industry-leading brands. We foster a high-performance culture where teamwork, accountability, and creative problem-solving are celebrated.

At AVI Logistics Support Services Divisions, we ensure our products reach the right place, at the right time, and in perfect condition. We manage the efficient movement of goods across supply chains, covering everything from warehousing to transportation and distribution. With a strong focus on optimisation and sustainability, we play a vital role in delivering value to our customers.

AVI Logistics Support Services in Gqeberha is seeking experienced individuals maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the warehouse in compliance with food safety standards, ensuring a safe and contamination-free environment for storage and handling of FMCG products.

Key Performance Areas:

Cleaning and Sanitation

• Perform routine cleaning of warehouse floors, racking areas, dispatch zones, receiving areas, offices, ablutions and common spaces.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and wipe surfaces according to cleaning schedules.
• Clean spillages immediately to prevent contamination and safety hazards.
• Sanitize high-touch surfaces (e.g., door handles, equipment controls).
• Ensure cleaning of staff facilities (canteen, change rooms, restrooms). 
  

• Collect, segregate, and dispose of waste in accordance with site procedures.
• Ensure proper handling of recyclable and hazardous waste.
• Maintain cleanliness of waste storage areas. 

• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards
• Prevent cross-contamination by using designated cleaning tools per area.
• Follow colour-coded cleaning systems where applicable.
• Report any contamination risks, pest sightings, or damaged goods immediately.
• Support pest control measures by maintaining a clean environment.
  

• Use cleaning chemicals safely and in accordance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Ensure correct dilution and application of cleaning agents.
• Maintain and store cleaning equipment properly after use.
• Report faulty equipment or low stock levels of cleaning materials.

• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, or incidents.
• Place warning signage during cleaning activities (e.g., wet floor signs).

• Complete cleaning checklists and logs accurately and on time.
• Sign off daily, weekly, and deep-clean schedules.
• Report deviations from cleaning standards to the supervisor.

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:   

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 equivalent
• Previous cleaning experience in a warehouse or FMCG environment (advantageous)
• Knowledge of hygiene and sanitation practices
• Understanding of food safety standards

Competencies and Skills

• Attention to detail
• Working together
• Reliability and punctuality
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Safety conscious
• Flexibility to assist warehouse operations in other departments when necessary due to operational requirements.