1. Inventory Management & Control

·         Maintain accurate stock levels of engineering parts, components, and consumables

·         Conduct regular cycle counts and full stock takes; investigate and resolve variances

·         Ensure proper binning, labeling, and storage practices aligned to engineering standards

·         Monitor minimum/maximum stock levels and initiate replenishment requests

2. Receiving & Issuing of Goods

·         Supervise receiving, inspection, and verification of incoming goods against purchase orders

·         Ensure quality and quantity checks, particularly for mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components

·         Control issuing of stock to workshop, maintenance teams, and production departments

·         Maintain strict documentation and traceability of all transactions

3. Systems & Administration

·         Capture all stock movements accurately on ERP systems (e.g., Syspro, SAP, or equivalent)

·         Generate reports on stock levels, usage trends, and slow-moving or obsolete stock

·         Maintain stores records in compliance with audit and internal control requirements

4. Leadership & Supervision

·         Supervise and guide stores personnel, including junior storemen and assistants

·         Allocate daily tasks and ensure productivity and adherence to procedures

·         Provide on-the-job training and enforce safety and housekeeping standards

5. Health, Safety & Compliance

·         Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and MHSA (Mine Health and Safety Act) requirements

·         Maintain a clean, safe, and organized stores environment

·         Ensure safe handling and storage of hazardous materials and heavy components

6. Stakeholder Coordination

·         Liaise with procurement, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure material availability

·         Support breakdown and maintenance requirements with urgent parts issuing

·         Work closely with suppliers and logistics teams to resolve delivery discrepancies

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) – essential
• Certificate/Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Warehousing – advantageous

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in a stores/warehouse environment
• At least 2–3 years in a supervisory role
• Experience in mining, engineering, or manufacturing environments (highly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of trackless mining equipment parts and components

Technical Skills

• ERP system experience (Syspro)
• Strong inventory control and stock management knowledge
• Understanding of mechanical and engineering parts (hydraulics, electrical, OEM components)

Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Leadership and team management capability
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work under pressure in a production-driven environment
• High level of integrity and accountability
• Good communication and interpersonal skills