General Assistant – Plumbing & Irrigation Department
Company
Brights Hardware
Location
Cape Town (+1 other)
Posted
21 days ago
Via
via Talent.com
Apply On
Job Description
Job Description
• Purpose: The purpose of this job is to deliver exceptional customer service in such a manner that external and internal customers are satisfied including delivery and transfer drivers. This is accomplished by offering friendly customer service, ensuring clean and tidy environment and accurate loading of all customers’ products purchased ensuring that the Yard runs efficiently so that no losses of neither stock nor dissatisfied customers occur in order to have customers return to the store increasing sales and profit margins.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Loading customers vehicles, delivery trucks and transfer trucks promptly and accurately
• Ensuring that stock is properly stacked and counted
• Assist with pulling of stock for transfers
• Reporting stock shortages
• Reporting stock breakages
• Up keeping of tidiness and cleaning of area by sweeping and upholding good housekeeping
• Assisting customers with excellent customer service and product knowledge
• Bagging of stone/ sand
• Participating in perpetual stocktakes
• Ensuring housekeeping of work area
• Performing any work related tasks as delegated by your superior
REQUIREMENTS:
• Matric or Equivalent
• 1 Year minimum experience in Plumbing & Irrigation department (preferred)
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Ability to numerically count stock
• Able to work independently and as a team player
• Be disciplined and motivated
• Ability to handle pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal)
• Physical fitness and stamina
• Purpose: The purpose of this job is to deliver exceptional customer service in such a manner that external and internal customers are satisfied including delivery and transfer drivers. This is accomplished by offering friendly customer service, ensuring clean and tidy environment and accurate loading of all customers’ products purchased ensuring that the Yard runs efficiently so that no losses of neither stock nor dissatisfied customers occur in order to have customers return to the store increasing sales and profit margins.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Loading customers vehicles, delivery trucks and transfer trucks promptly and accurately
• Ensuring that stock is properly stacked and counted
• Assist with pulling of stock for transfers
• Reporting stock shortages
• Reporting stock breakages
• Up keeping of tidiness and cleaning of area by sweeping and upholding good housekeeping
• Assisting customers with excellent customer service and product knowledge
• Bagging of stone/ sand
• Participating in perpetual stocktakes
• Ensuring housekeeping of work area
• Performing any work related tasks as delegated by your superior
REQUIREMENTS:
• Matric or Equivalent
• 1 Year minimum experience in Plumbing & Irrigation department (preferred)
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Ability to numerically count stock
• Able to work independently and as a team player
• Be disciplined and motivated
• Ability to handle pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal)
• Physical fitness and stamina
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa without a matric certificate?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R25.42 per hour from 1 March 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including the first 45 hours per week with no exceptions for entry-level roles.
Which documents are required to apply for cleaning staff positions through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank details uploaded to the ESSA system by 31 December 2025. No matric certificate or prior experience is mandatory for registration.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to cleaning staff contracts in South Africa from 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Overtime above 45 hours must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
What tax deductions apply to cleaning staff earning R25.42 per hour in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff earning below R95 750 per year pay zero income tax in the 2026 tax year. Employers must still deduct UIF at 1% of gross salary up to R177.12 per month.
