General Assistant (Drive-Thru Yard) x3 – Brights Hardware Brackenfell

Location: Brackenfell, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Entry Level

Are you a proactive, customer-focused individual with excellent stamina and a keen eye for detail? Brights Hardware Brackenfell is expanding its team and seeking three enthusiastic General Assistants to join our busy Drive-Thru Yard Department! This is an exceptional opportunity to launch your career in retail and play a crucial role in delivering outstanding service.

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Brights Hardware Careers: Join a Leading Retailer

At Brights Hardware, we pride ourselves on exceptional customer satisfaction and a comprehensive range of quality products. Become part of our dynamic team and contribute to a thriving environment where your efforts directly enhance the customer experience and drive business success. We value teamwork, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence.

General Assistant Jobs: Your Role in the Drive-Thru Yard

As a Drive-Thru Yard General Assistant, your primary objective will be to ensure all customers—including external shoppers, internal staff, and delivery drivers—receive friendly, efficient, and accurate service. You’ll be a key representative of Brights Hardware, maintaining a smooth, organized, and customer-centric operation that encourages repeat business.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Exceptional Customer Service: Provide friendly, prompt, and efficient service to all customers, assisting with product information and queries.
• Accurate Loading: Precisely and efficiently load customer vehicles, as well as delivery and transfer trucks.
• Stock Management: Ensure stock is correctly stacked, accurately counted, and assist with stock pulling for transfers.
• Inventory Control: Proactively report any stock shortages or breakages to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Housekeeping Excellence: Maintain a clean, tidy, and organized yard area through consistent sweeping and adherence to high housekeeping standards.
• Material Handling: Assist with the bagging of various materials like stone and sand.
• Stocktakes: Participate actively in perpetual stocktakes to ensure inventory precision.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively both independently and as a vital team member, demonstrating resilience under pressure.
• Ad-Hoc Duties: Capably perform any additional work-related tasks as delegated by your superior.

Entry-Level Retail Jobs: What We’re Looking For

We are seeking motivated individuals ready to make an impact. Ideal candidates will possess:

• Education: Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar customer service or yard-based role is highly preferred.
• Customer Focus: A proven ability to deliver excellent customer service.
• Numeracy Skills: Basic ability to accurately count stock.
• Team Player: Capable of thriving both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Work Ethic: Highly disciplined, self-motivated, and adept at managing pressure effectively.
• Communication: Strong verbal communication skills.
• Physical Stamina: Physically fit and possesses the endurance required for a dynamic yard environment.

Why Choose Brights Hardware for Your Next Career Move?

• Permanent Position: Secure a stable and long-term career opportunity.
• Skill Development: Gain invaluable experience in retail logistics and customer service.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative and dedicated team.

Important Application Information:

Brights Hardware is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce and conducts all recruitment in alignment with our equity targets. If you do not receive a response within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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