Shelf Packer (Supermarket, Weekend Shift)

How2Apply Talent Network
Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal
Temporary
Posted 1 hour ago
Temporary General Worker
R5 000 – R6 000/month
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Job Description

Start in retail here: a neighbourhood supermarket in Durban Central trains packers who show up and work neat. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

Home base is a neighbourhood supermarket on the Durban Central side of KwaZulu-Natal.

The work, day to day

  • Clean spills fast and put up wet-floor signs
  • Check sell-by dates and pull expired stock for the manager
  • Build promotional displays at the ends of aisles
  • Weigh, bag and price fruit and vegetables
  • Face products so labels point forward and gaps are filled

Must-haves

  • Grade 10 or matric
  • Available for weekends, month-end and public holidays
  • Able to stand and lift cases all shift
  • Basic reading and maths for price checks
  • Neat appearance and punctual

Nice if you have

  • Previous shelf packing or merchandising work
  • Being 18 or older for liquor store roles

On offer

  • Travel allowance on merchandising routes
  • Chance to move into till or department roles
  • Paid training in store procedures
  • Staff discount on groceries

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: ID document or smart card, with a certified copy plus matric results or last school report.
  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 7 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.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • Hand your CV in at the store in person, early in the week, and ask for the store or receiving manager by name.
  • If you have ever sold anything, even at a school tuck shop or a family stall, list it. It shows you are comfortable with customers.

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Job details
SalaryR5 000 – R6 000/month
Job TypeTemporary
LocationDurban Central, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryGeneral Worker
Experience1+ years
Posted25 October 2026
Closing Date26 November 2026
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