Shelfpacker – Soweto – Gauteng
Company
Pick n Pay Stores Limited
Location
Soweto (+1 other)
Posted
18 days ago
Via
via Talent.com
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Job Description
End Date: April 24, 2026
• Physically demanding
• Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (Floor and back-up)
• Ensure that security procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure that merchandise/display standards are adhered to.
• Conduct regular quality checks, ensure that stock is rotated. Damaged/expired stock is removed.
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
• Check correct pricing e.g. labels
• Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers’ requests, provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and business-like manner.
• Grade 12
• Must reside close to store
• 2- 3 years retail experience an added advantage
• Ability to communicate in English
• Must be able to pass given assessments at the required level
• Must be successful in competency based interviews
• Must be flexible and willing to be transferred between stores
• Must be willing to give authorization for a full credit and criminal check
• Must have a valid South African ID (attach copy to application)
• Being customer minded by seeing situations through the eyes of the customer and responding positively
• Excellent communication skills by listening attentively, responding appropriately and talking in a clear, understandable manner
• Display a sense of urgency in constantly striving to complete tasks in the shortest possible time
• Perform routine tasks at a constant high standard
• Develop self by constantly looking for opportunities to improve/grow self
• Willing to be flexible and multi-skilled
• Able to work shifts to meet operational requirements
• Physically demanding
• Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (Floor and back-up)
• Ensure that security procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure that merchandise/display standards are adhered to.
• Conduct regular quality checks, ensure that stock is rotated. Damaged/expired stock is removed.
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
• Check correct pricing e.g. labels
• Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers’ requests, provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and business-like manner.
• Grade 12
• Must reside close to store
• 2- 3 years retail experience an added advantage
• Ability to communicate in English
• Must be able to pass given assessments at the required level
• Must be successful in competency based interviews
• Must be flexible and willing to be transferred between stores
• Must be willing to give authorization for a full credit and criminal check
• Must have a valid South African ID (attach copy to application)
• Being customer minded by seeing situations through the eyes of the customer and responding positively
• Excellent communication skills by listening attentively, responding appropriately and talking in a clear, understandable manner
• Display a sense of urgency in constantly striving to complete tasks in the shortest possible time
• Perform routine tasks at a constant high standard
• Develop self by constantly looking for opportunities to improve/grow self
• Willing to be flexible and multi-skilled
• Able to work shifts to meet operational requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in South Africa from 1 January 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for welders in South Africa is R27.85 per hour as of 1 January 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times this rate for hours worked beyond 45 per week in the metal industry.
What qualifications and experience does the Department of Employment and Labour require for welder jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders must hold a minimum N2 certificate in welding plus 3 years documented experience or a Red Seal trade certificate issued by QCTO. Candidates without these credentials are ineligible for formal sector positions.
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate or N2 qualification, proof of 3 years experience, and a valid tax number from SARS. Applications without these four documents are rejected at the labour centre.
What are the legal working hours and annual leave entitlements for welders in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week with 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Public holidays and family responsibility leave of 3 days per year are additional entitlements.
