General Worker - Temp
SA Metal · Western Cape
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Start free — we apply for you →The Waste Control division requires committed, hardworking and trustworthy individuals to join their team as General Workers on a fixed term contract until 08 January 2027. The successful candidates will report to the Waste Control Transport Manager and Transport Controllers
JOB DESCRIPTION
The General Worker's primary purpose is to provide support to the Waste Control Drivers and to provide professional, efficient and accurate service to customers where materials are being collected.
Responsibilities ( NOT LIMITED TO THE BELOW)
Assist and support the Driver with general duties
Guide the Driver in and out of confined spaces if and when required
Responsible for keeping the truck clean and neat
Fill the truck with diesel at the diesel pumps
Keep the Waste Control yard clean when truck is not operational
Assist with spill cleanups at the Waste Control Yard and at customers premises
General duties as instructed by Drivers or Controllers
Ensure that all loads are secured and covered at all times
To work in a safe manner not to endanger himself or other persons and property
Adhere to specific tasks as stated on the different Standard operating procedures
QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE
Minimum Grade 12
Attention to detail
Willingness to work overtime and on public holidays during the December period
Ability to work in a team and independently
Ability to function efficiently in pressurized work situations
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES
Committed, hardworking and self-motivated
Strong interpersonal skills
Time management and organizational skills
Display a professional work approach
Ability to work independently and within a team
Excellent standards in execution
Please note applications for this position closes on Monday, 02 November 2026 .
We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.
Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorized to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.