Position Title
Stores Keeper
Department
Stores and Inventory Control
Reporting To
Stores Supervisor / Assistant Stores Manager / Stores Manager
Location
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Employment Type
Permanent
POSITION PURPOSE
The Stores Keeper is responsible for the efficient receipt, storage, control, issuance, and record-keeping of all materials, consumables, tools, engineering spares, and equipment within the Company's stores and warehouse facilities.
The incumbent plays a critical role in ensuring inventory accuracy, safeguarding company assets, maintaining stock availability, and supporting uninterrupted production and maintenance operations within the steel manufacturing plant.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Receiving and Inspection of Goods
- Receive incoming materials, equipment, tools, consumables, and spare parts.
- Verify deliveries against purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices.
- Inspect goods for quantity, quality, and damage.
- Report discrepancies, shortages, or damaged goods immediately.
- Ensure all received stock is accurately recorded and processed.
Stock Control and Inventory Management
- Maintain accurate inventory records and stock balances.
- Monitor stock levels and report low-stock items.
- Assist with stock counts, cycle counts, and annual stock-taking exercises.
- Ensure stock is correctly identified, labelled, and stored.
- Record all stock movements accurately within the inventory management system.
- Assist with inventory reconciliation and variance investigations.
Issuing of Materials
- Issue materials, tools, consumables, and spare parts in accordance with authorised requisitions.
- Ensure all stock issues are properly documented.
- Verify that only authorised personnel receive inventory items.
- Maintain records of all stock issued and returned.
Warehouse and Stores Housekeeping
- Maintain clean, organised, and safe storage areas.
- Ensure materials are stored in designated locations.
- Apply proper storage practices to prevent damage or deterioration.
- Maintain orderly shelving, racking, and bin locations.
- Support implementation of 5S and housekeeping standards.
Materials Handling
- Load, unload, move, and stack materials safely.
- Operate material handling equipment where authorised and licensed.
- Ensure safe handling of heavy, hazardous, or sensitive materials.
- Follow company procedures regarding storage and transportation of goods.
Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance
- Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and company safety procedures.
- Wear prescribed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Identify and report unsafe conditions.
- Ensure safe storage of hazardous materials.
- Participate in safety meetings and training programmes.
- Promote environmental compliance and waste management practices.
Administration and Record Keeping
- Maintain accurate records of receipts, issues, returns, and transfers.
- Complete stores documentation accurately and timeously.
- Assist with preparation of inventory reports.
- Maintain filing systems for stores documentation.
- Support internal and external audit requirements.
Any other duties which may be reasonable required, due to the operational requirements of the business.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Certificate in Stores and Inventory Control.
- Certificate in Warehouse Management.
- Forklift Licence (advantageous).
- Computer literacy certification.
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a stores, warehouse, or inventory control environment.
- Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, mining, or steel production environment will be advantageous.
- Experience working with inventory management systems and stock control procedures.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Inventory control principles.
- Warehouse operations.
- Stock receiving and issuing procedures.
- Materials handling practices.
- Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
- Basic understanding of engineering spares and industrial consumables.
- Company inventory systems and procedures.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Technical Skills
- Stock control and inventory management.
- Goods receiving and dispatch.
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
- Inventory software and ERP systems.
- Materials handling.
Behavioural Competencies
- Attention to detail.
- Accuracy and accountability.
- Reliability and integrity.
- Good communication skills.
- Teamwork.
- Time management.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work under pressure.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAs)
Key Performance Area
Measurement
Inventory Accuracy
Stock variance levels
Goods Receiving
Accuracy and timeliness
Stock Issuing
Correct documentation and control
Housekeeping
Audit and inspection results
Safety Compliance
Incident-free performance
Record Keeping
Accuracy and completeness
Stock Availability
Reduction in stock discrepancies
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Stores Keeper shall:
- Adhere to all health and safety procedures.
- Report hazards, incidents, and near misses.
- Ensure environmentally responsible storage and disposal practices.
- Handle hazardous substances in accordance with company procedures and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Participate in safety and environmental training.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Based in a steel manufacturing and warehouse environment.
- Exposure to noise, dust, moving machinery, forklifts, and industrial equipment.
- May be required to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and public holidays as operational requirements dictate.
- Regular lifting, carrying, and movement of materials may be required.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The Stores Keeper is expected to:
- Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy.
- Ensure efficient and timely issuing of materials.
- Demonstrate commitment to safety and compliance.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping standards.
- Support uninterrupted production and maintenance activities through effective stores management.
Pay: R10 000,00 - R12 000,00 per month
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a stores, warehouse, or inventory control environment?
- Are you willing to accept a salary of R10,000 to R12,000 per month?
Work Location: In person
