Job Title: Retail Shop Assistant – Tools and Machinery
Company: Adendorff Machinery Mart
Location: Boksburg, Gauteng
Division: Loc 8 Boksburg
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Retail
Functional Area: Sales
Experience Level: Entry Level
Posted: 19 August 2026
Closing Date: 11 September 2026
Salary: Negotiable, with benefits available
Job Overview
Adendorff Machinery Mart is looking for a reliable, confident and customer-focused Retail Shop Assistant to join its Boksburg team. This permanent opportunity is suited to someone who enjoys working with customers, has an interest in tools, machinery or hardware, and can contribute to an organised and professional retail environment.
The successful candidate will play an important role in helping customers find suitable products for their needs while maintaining high standards of service, stock control and shop presentation. Applicants with technical knowledge or practical experience in the DIY tools, hardware or machinery environment will have an added advantage.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is enthusiastic about retail sales, enjoys learning about products and is comfortable working as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
As a Retail Shop Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering a positive shopping experience while supporting the day-to-day operation of the store.
Your duties will include:
- Welcoming customers and providing professional, friendly assistance throughout their shopping experience.
- Understanding customer requirements and helping them select appropriate tools, machinery and related products.
- Providing accurate information about product features, benefits and suitable applications.
- Developing and maintaining strong product knowledge to confidently answer customer questions.
- Keeping shelves fully stocked, neatly arranged and visually appealing.
- Assisting with stock replenishment and ensuring products are available on the shop floor.
- Supporting inventory management, stocktaking and general stock control activities.
- Processing customer purchases accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
- Handling sales transactions while maintaining attention to detail.
- Assisting with promotional activities, displays and merchandising to encourage customer engagement and sales.
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure efficient daily shop operations.
- Keeping up to date with new products, tools, machinery and developments within the industry.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe shopping environment.
- Following company policies, procedures and applicable health and safety requirements.
- Providing dependable support to colleagues and contributing positively to the overall performance of the branch.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates applying for this position should meet the following requirements:
- Matric or an equivalent qualification.
- Previous retail or customer service experience is preferred.
- Experience in tools, machinery, DIY, hardware or a related environment will be advantageous.
- Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- A friendly, approachable and customer-focused personality.
- Basic mathematical ability for handling sales transactions and stock counts.
- Ability to work accurately in a busy retail environment.
- Practical experience with stock control or inventory management will be beneficial.
- Good attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures.
- Ability to work effectively with other team members.
- Candidates should be confident, reliable, honest and willing to learn.
Working Hours
The successful candidate will be required to work according to the following schedule:
Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 13:00
Applicants should therefore be comfortable working retail hours, including Saturdays.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Adendorff Machinery Mart operates in the retail machinery and equipment sector and offers customers a wide range of products sourced from around the world. The company places strong emphasis on developing its employees through organisational development and training.
For someone looking to build or strengthen a career in retail sales, customer service, tools, hardware or machinery, this position provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a specialised retail environment.
The successful applicant will be expected to represent the company professionally, develop a strong understanding of its products and contribute to maintaining positive long-term relationships with customers.
Adendorff Machinery Mart also encourages applications from all designated groups.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are interested in the Retail Shop Assistant – Tools and Machinery position in Boksburg, you are encouraged to submit your CV through the employer’s official application process.
Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly highlights their Matric qualification, retail or customer service experience, sales skills, stock-control experience and any knowledge of tools, machinery, DIY or hardware products.
The closing date for applications is 11 September 2026.
Important: If you do not receive feedback within two weeks after submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Job Reference: Retail Shop Assistant – Tools and Machinery – Boksburg
Employer: Adendorff Machinery Mart
Location: Boksburg, Gauteng
Closing Date: 11 September 2026