Company: Ecowize
Position: Picker / Packer
Location: JHB East Rand, Gauteng, South Africa
Employment Type: Permanent
Work Level: Junior
Reference Number: EW-1298
Salary: Market-related
Equity Position: Yes
Experience: 2–3 years in a similar warehouse role
Education: Grade 12 required
Closing Date: 19 August 2026
Job Overview
Ecowize is looking for a reliable, organised and detail-oriented Picker / Packer to join its warehouse operations in the JHB East Rand area. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that products are accurately selected, checked, packed and prepared for dispatch.
This position is suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced warehouse environment and can maintain accuracy while handling multiple orders and meeting operational deadlines. The successful applicant will also assist with stock control, loading and unloading activities, inventory counts and general warehouse duties.
A strong work ethic, good communication skills and the ability to follow established safety and warehouse procedures are essential for this position.
Key Responsibilities
The Picker / Packer will be responsible for supporting the daily movement and preparation of stock within the warehouse.
Key duties will include:
- Receiving incoming stock and checking deliveries for accuracy and condition.
- Unpacking goods and ensuring that products are stored or processed correctly.
- Selecting products according to customer orders and picking documentation.
- Checking picked items carefully before they are packed and dispatched.
- Preparing products for delivery, including appropriate packing, weighing and labelling where required.
- Ensuring that the correct products are issued and dispatched within the required timeframes.
- Processing customer orders efficiently and accurately.
- Inspecting products for damage and reporting any discrepancies or quality concerns to management.
- Developing and maintaining good product knowledge to support accurate order fulfilment.
- Assisting warehouse administrators with stock counts and investigations into stock variances.
- Following up on back orders and communicating potential fulfilment delays or problems to the relevant warehouse personnel.
- Loading and off-loading vehicles safely when required.
- Reporting faults or mechanical problems involving warehouse equipment.
- Identifying opportunities that could improve warehouse processes and bringing these to the attention of the Warehouse Manager.
- Maintaining an orderly, clean and safe working environment.
- Following all applicable workplace health and safety procedures.
- Participating in scheduled and ad-hoc warehouse stock counts.
- Performing additional warehouse-related duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in this opportunity should meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- A relevant qualification will be advantageous.
- At least 2–3 years of experience in a similar position.
- Previous warehouse experience is essential.
- Computer literacy.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of warehouse health and safety requirements.
- Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
- Experience using handheld scanners or similar warehouse technology.
- Good organisational and time-management abilities.
- Physical strength and stamina suitable for warehouse duties.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Skills and Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be structured, energetic and committed to maintaining high standards of work. Because the position involves handling stock and fulfilling customer orders, attention to detail is particularly important.
The successful candidate should also have good working knowledge of common office applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal skills will be beneficial, particularly when communicating with warehouse administrators, managers, colleagues and other stakeholders. Candidates should be able to identify problems, communicate issues promptly and contribute practical ideas for improving warehouse operations.
A positive attitude and willingness to work according to the company’s culture and values are also important.
Workplace Safety and Standards
Safety is an important part of warehouse operations. The successful employee will be expected to follow safe working practices, maintain a clean work area and comply with applicable warehouse safety procedures.
Employees must also handle stock and equipment responsibly and immediately report hazards, damaged products, equipment faults or other operational concerns to the appropriate manager.
Employment Details
Job Title: Picker / Packer
Reference: EW-1298
Location: JHB East Rand
Job Type: Permanent
Work Level: Junior
Salary: Market-related
Employment Equity: Yes
Closing Date: 19 August 2026
The company is committed to complying with applicable employment legislation and advancing its employment equity objectives.
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply directly through the company’s official recruitment portal before the closing date.
Applicants currently employed internally should inform their direct line manager of their interest in the opportunity and follow the internal application process.
Important: If you do not receive a response within 14 days after the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applicants should ensure that all personal information submitted during the recruitment process is accurate. Personal information will be handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013.