Warehouse Assistant

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa has exciting opportunities in the CDE department. We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced candidate for a Warehouse Assistant role based in Premier Place.

Key purpose

• Provide operational and administrative support in relation to cooler movements, within Cold Drink Equipment (CDE) operations, according to company policies and procedures.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Warehouse Operations & Equipment Handling

• Safely load and offload cooler equipment in accordance with operational schedules, loading plans and company safety standards.
• Prepare, stage, relocate and organise cooler equipment to support efficient loading, dispatch and refurbishment activities.
• Operate authorised material handling equipment, including forklifts and shunt trucks (where licensed), to move cooler equipment and trailers between designated loading, storage and refurbishment areas.
• Support efficient warehouse and yard operations by ensuring cooler equipment is available for dispatch according to operational priorities.

Inventory & Asset Management

• Accurately record and track all cooler movements between warehouses, customer sites and refurbishment centres to ensure complete asset traceability.
• Scan cooler equipment using approved warehouse systems and update inventory records to maintain accurate asset visibility.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and maintain the integrity of warehouse data and asset records.
• Conduct monthly cooler asset verification and stock reconciliation, escalating unresolved variances where necessary.

Dispatch & Logistics Coordination

• Prepare and compile driver packs, including all required dispatch documentation, to support efficient deliveries and compliance with company procedures.
• Coordinate cooler staging and loading sequences to optimise dispatch efficiency and vehicle turnaround times.
• Collaborate with warehouse personnel, drivers and refurbishment teams to ensure the timely movement and availability of cooler assets.

Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping

• Maintain a safe, clean and organised warehouse environment by adhering to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation, company policies and housekeeping standards.
• Conduct routine equipment and work area inspections to identify and report safety hazards or damaged equipment.
• Comply with all safe operating procedures when handling cooler equipment, operating material handling equipment and performing warehouse activities.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement within the warehouse environment.

Operational Excellence

• Identify damaged, missing or non-compliant cooler equipment and escalate issues promptly to minimise operational disruptions and asset losses.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, productivity and customer service while supporting the achievement of warehouse operational targets.

Skills, Experience & Education    
Education

• Matric
• Valid Forklift Licence
• Valid Code 14 Driver's Licence

Experience

• 2–3 years' warehouse operations experience
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (Forklift etc.)
• Experience with inventory management and scanning systems
• Dispatch and logistics coordination experience
• Own transport essential.

Skills

• Sound knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control and logistics processes.
• Proficient in operating forklifts, handheld scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate inventory and asset records.
• Good understanding of dispatch, receiving and asset movement procedures.
• Committed to health, safety and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to support efficient warehouse operations.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work under pressure and meet operational deadlines. Demonstrates accountability, reliability and a continuous improvement mindset.

Deadline:20th October,2026