Cold Room Assistant (Fruit Export)

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Centurion, Gauteng
Contract
Posted 1 day ago
Contract Agriculture & Forestry
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Job Description

Packing season at an export fruit packhouse near Centurion means lots of shifts and lots of work. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

You'll report in Centurion. Relocation is not covered for this one. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

What you'll actually do

  • Stick labels and batch codes on each carton
  • Pack cartons to the export pattern and weight
  • Help clean the line and machines at the end of the day
  • Follow food safety rules like hand washing and no jewellery
  • Keep your packing station clean and free of stems and leaves
  • Check fruit samples and record quality results on the QC sheet

Must-haves

  • Quick and neat with your hands
  • Able to stand at a line for long shifts
  • Basic counting and reading for labels
  • Valid ID or permit

Extra points for

  • Forklift licence for palletising roles
  • Matric for QC posts

On offer

  • Overtime pay during peak weeks
  • Protective clothing supplied
  • Rehire for next season if you perform well
  • Transport from nearby towns

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: previous packhouse reference plus copy of your identity document.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • Mention the fruit you have packed before and how many seasons. Packhouses rehire the fast, careful packers.
  • If you want a QC post, bring your matric certificate and say you can write neat records.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationCenturion, Gauteng
CategoryAgriculture & Forestry
Experience2+ years
Posted13 November 2026
Closing Date17 December 2026
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