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Palletiser (Export Packhouse) – Fixed-Term

How2Apply Talent Network

Cape Town CBD, Western Cape

Temporary

Posted 2 hours ago

Temporary Agriculture & Forestry

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Job Description

You'll sort, grade and pack fruit for export at a citrus packhouse near Cape Town CBD. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

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

The work, day to day

Build pallets to the correct height and strap them
Stick labels and batch codes on each carton
Keep your packing station clean and free of stems and leaves
Move pallets into cold rooms and record temperatures
Sort fruit by size, colour and blemish on the packing line
Stack empty cartons and punnets ready for the next run

Must-haves

Basic counting and reading for labels
Arrives on time for early shifts
Available for the full packing season including Saturdays
Able to stand at a line for long shifts
Quick and neat with your hands

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Cape Town CBD really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: previous packhouse reference, copy of your identity document plus bank account details.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Cape Town CBD; 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.

Before you hit apply

Apply before the season starts, often a month before first harvest. Recruiting days fill up fast.
If you want a QC post, bring your matric certificate and say you can write neat records.