Order Picker (Cold Store)

How2Apply Talent Network
Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 8 hours ago
Full-time General Worker
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Job Description

Every order that leaves this spares and hardware warehouse in Durban Central passes through your hands first. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

The work is in Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

What your day looks like

  • Label boxes with the correct waybill and route sticker
  • Count stock during weekly cycle counts and month-end stock takes
  • Stack finished orders on pallets and stretch-wrap them tight
  • Replenish empty pick faces from overstock racking
  • Unpack returned parcels and sort them into resell or write-off
  • Pack cartons, add fillers and seal them with tape guns
  • Move pallets with a hand pallet jack to the dispatch lane

Must-haves

  • You're fit enough to lift boxes up to 25kg all shift
  • Grade 10 or higher; matric preferred
  • Punctual, with reliable transport home after late shifts
  • You can read product codes and count accurately

What you get

  • Permanent appointment for reliable temps after peak season
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half on weekdays
  • Chance to be trained on forklift after probation

How to apply for this job

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Durban Central really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: certified copy of your ID plus copy of your highest school report or matric certificate.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Durban Central; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • Say clearly that you can work nights and weekends. Peak-season hiring goes to people who are available.
  • If you have done any stock counts, packing or even shelf work before, list it first. It shows you already know how to handle stock.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationDurban Central, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryGeneral Worker
ExperienceEntry level
Posted28 September 2026
Closing Date28 October 2026
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