Job Description

Warehouse Operative

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Location:
Epping, Western Cape, ZA, 7500
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Division: Technology and Operations
Department: Supply Chain

Oxford University Press Southern Africa

Oxford University Press advances knowledge and learning of all kinds, from a child reading their first words to a researcher expanding the frontiers of their field. Our work is constantly evolving, and the possibilities are endless. We strive to help more and more people around the world achieve their potential.





Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford. It is our mission to further the University's objective of excellence in research, scholarship, and education by publishing worldwide.

Warehouse Operative

(Permanent position)

The Warehouse Operative plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods through the warehouse. This includes

loading and unloading trucks

,

accurate put-away of stock

,

order picking, packing, and dispatch

, and

timely delivery of goods

to both internal teams and external customers.





The position requires working in a

safety-conscious environment

with

seasonal temperature changes

, a

high level of overtime

, and regular

physical activity

such as lifting, walking, stooping, and handling materials.





The Warehouse Operative will be reporting to the Receiving Supervisor. This post is based at the Epping, Warehouse, Cape Town.

Principal accountabilities

Order Fulfilment

Physically receive orders from suppliers delivering to warehouse, both local and international. Pick orders according to SAP instructions Pack and release orders Loading and offloading of trucks

Stock Control

Pick and put away stock and replenishments Move stock as required Perform cycle counts & full-stock counts.

Maintenance

Maintain machines Maintain all warehouse equipment

Qualifications and experience

National Senior Certificate (Matric) or NQF 4 level equivalent 1 year experience in a warehouse working environment Knowledge of receiving, customer services, order fulfilment, shipping (dispatch), distribution process, stock management. SAP experience Data capturing experience Microsoft office suite (MS excel)

Attributes

Display ethical behaviour Support teamwork Communicate effectively Innovative Demonstrate a spirit of competitiveness

Oxford offers the following:

Remuneration will align with experience Pension and medical aid benefits Statutory leave Training opportunities Engaging work in a rewarding and ethical environment

Oxford University Press, an equal opportunity employer, seeks a talented individual to fill this post based in Epping warehouse, Cape Town. Oxford University Press will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity Plan, which acknowledges the need for transformation.





Closing date: 19 December 2025




We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce, and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.


Job Category: Support & Operations