Company
Dunelm
Location
Maidstone, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job type
Temporary
Posted
23 days ago
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OverviewPay-16-17 - £8.00 per hour.18+ - £12.71 per hour.This is a seasonal position lasting until 13 February 2027.Your local store is looking for 20hrs per week Stock Assistant - Early Mornings.Every visit to our store is a chance to make someone’s day - and you’ll be right there to make sure it happens, from the first hello to the final thank you.Our Sales Assistants are the foundation of our stores - a brilliant team at the heart of everything we do. With a focus on creating great experiences, they’re the first to lend a helping hand, always ready to offer support and guidance. Whether it’s finding the perfect item or offering a little inspiration, they make sure every customer leaves with exactly what they came for, and a lasting impression that brings them back time and time again.As a delivery specialist, you’ll be one of the first to arrive, and one of the key reasons our stores are ready to welcome customers the moment the doors open. You’ll be hands-on with deliveries, checking stock, and getting products onto the shop floor. But this isn’t just a backroom role. You’ll also be out front, keeping displays looking their best, updating prices, and making sure everything’s easy to find and ready to go.You’ll be great at juggling tasks and staying organised, keeping our back room running smoothly so that our shop floor can too. And whether a customer needs help finding something or just a friendly face, you’ll be there to make their morning feel that little bit brighter.Shift starts between 5am–6am - so everything’s in place before the first customer walks through the door.What you'll be doingYou’ll be customer obsessed – always considering the impact of your actions on the customer experience and striving to deliver joyful experiences in the most effective and thoughtful wayYou’ll consistently deliver exceptional customer service to support strong CSAT (Customer Satisfaction) scores, ensuring every customer receives a welcoming, helpful, and memorable experienceHandling stock and the flow of products, including preparing the deliveries ready to be merchandised on to the shopfloorBraking down the deliveries, organising product into separate departments and sub-categories to ensure optimum efficiency when replenishing stock.Organising and maintaining good warehouse controls, ensuring a clean and safe working areaPreparing totes and pallets ready for salvage collectionWhilst your focus will be on delivery, you’ll be trained in all aspects of customer-facing store life, such as:Tills – Offering a friendly and efficient checkout experience. You’ll take the time to check everything’s complete and pack fragile items with care, making sure every shopper leaves feeling confident their items will arrive home safely and in perfect conditionShop Floor – Helping shoppers find exactly what they’re looking for - and maybe even something they didn’t know they needed. You’ll offer friendly, knowledgeable support that leaves a lasting impression, building loyalty through genuine service and a real passion for our products and peopleHosting – When something isn’t available on the shelves, you’ll step in with confidence, using our iPad systems to place orders for home delivery, making sure no one leaves empty-handed. You’ll also be trained to deliver our fantastic Made to Measure service, helping create bespoke curtains and blinds tailored to each shopper’s needs. And when it comes to styling key areas like our ever-popular bedding displays, you’ll bring inspiration to life - giving customers the chance to feel the fabrics and find the perfect pieces for their homeWhat we'll look for in youYou are customer obsessed - you put customers first in every interactionYou’ll enjoy contributing to a welcoming environment that feels like home, for our colleagues and our customersYou’ll bring your sociable nature and enthusiasm to a fast-paced retail environment, where your energy and passion help create lasting impressions and meaningful moments for everyone who visits usYou’ll support your colleagues across the store and work together to create a smooth, enjoyable experience for everyone, ensuring everything runs efficiently and with the customer in mind at every stepWe’re not after a carbon copy of anyone else. We want people who bring something new to the table - different perspectives, fresh ideas, and a shared love of making our stores feel like home.
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Quick answers about Packing Staff Jobs in South Africa
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What is the minimum wage for Packing Staff Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for packing staff in South Africa is R32.45 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours per week.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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Do packing staff jobs in South Africa require a specific qualification or experience level?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, packing staff roles require no formal tertiary qualification but a Grade 10 certificate is the standard entry threshold with at least 3 months prior warehouse experience preferred. Employers must verify identity documents and criminal record checks for all hires.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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What documents are needed to apply for packing staff jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, bank details, and a signed employment contract before starting work. UIF registration is mandatory within 7 days of employment commencement.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for packing staff in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, packing staff work a maximum of 45 hours per week with at least 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service. Sick leave is capped at 36 days over a 3-year cycle.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
