Overview
General Assistant: Stores Jobs in Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa at UWC Sport
Title: General Assistant: Stores
Company: UWC Sport
Location: Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa
Title of Position
General Assistant: Stores
Post Number
8026876
Faculty/Department
University of the Western Cape -> Services -> Infrastructure & Engineering
Type of Position
Permanent – Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location
Main Campus – Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date
7/5/2025
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The university seeks to employ a skilled, knowledgeable and resourceful individual to provide services as a General Assistant: Stores in respect to its various departments at Infrastructure and Engineering -Technical Stores.
Key Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Accurate record-keeping, stock issuing and capturing of stock on the Maintenance System
Performing counts, annually, daily and spot checks on stock items to ensure sufficient inventory levels
Reporting and Assisting the Senior Stores Buyer with the overall maintenance of the stock and storage areas..
General maintenance functions rely heavily on the availability of Technical spares and consumables, therefore it is critical to efficiently source and control parts and spares.
Accurately pick orders based on system-generated stock requisitions
Do daily stock counts on stock items inventory, deliveries ,packing and storing of spares
Maintain sufficient stock inventory and report low stock levels to Senior Stores Buyer daily to prevent stock outs
General assistance by properly pack and unpack items for storage on shelves and storage containers
Receive and count stock items, ensuring accurate data recording as per purchase orders placed on delivery
Assist with stock counts.
Store items in a neat, organized, and easily accessible manner in designated or storage areas as per the guidelines of the Technical Stores
Correctly label stock items with appropriate markings as per specification by Senior Stores Buyer
Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with OHSACT regulations.
Inspect all stock items for signs of wear or defects and report any damages to the Senior Stores Buyer
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12
3-5 years of proven experience in a Stores environment
Computer literacy
A valid driver’s license (code EB) with 2 years of driving experience
Knowledge, Skills And Capabilities
Good planning and organising
Good knowledge of Technical and Engineering practices
Good knowledge of compliance regulations
Good knowledge of occupational health and safety
Good communication verbal and written
Ability to work under pressure
Good analytical thinking , Logical and methodical skills
Good attention to detail
Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Technical Ability and knowledge
Preference will be given to candidates with a Technical and Engineering background
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
