TRAFFIC
Gauteng
Senior Storeman
Fermel (Pty) Ltd
Job Description
1. Inventory Management & Control 
- Maintain accurate stock levels of engineering parts, components, and consumables
- Conduct regular cycle counts and full stock takes; investigate and resolve variances
- Ensure proper binning, labeling, and storage practices aligned to engineering standards
- Monitor minimum/maximum stock levels and initiate replenishment requests
- Supervise receiving, inspection, and verification of incoming goods against purchase orders
- Ensure quality and quantity checks, particularly for mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components
- Control issuing of stock to workshop, maintenance teams, and production departments
- Maintain strict documentation and traceability of all transactions
- Capture all stock movements accurately on ERP systems (e.g., Syspro, SAP, or equivalent)
- Generate reports on stock levels, usage trends, and slow-moving or obsolete stock
- Maintain stores records in compliance with audit and internal control requirements
- Supervise and guide stores personnel, including junior storemen and assistants
- Allocate daily tasks and ensure productivity and adherence to procedures
- Provide on-the-job training and enforce safety and housekeeping standards
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and MHSA (Mine Health and Safety Act) requirements
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized stores environment
- Ensure safe handling and storage of hazardous materials and heavy components
- Liaise with procurement, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure material availability
- Support breakdown and maintenance requirements with urgent parts issuing
- Work closely with suppliers and logistics teams to resolve delivery discrepancies
- Grade 12 (Matric) - essential
- Certificate/Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Warehousing - advantageous
- Minimum 5-8 years' experience in a stores/warehouse environment
- At least 2-3 years in a supervisory role
- Experience in mining, engineering, or manufacturing environments (highly preferred)
- Strong knowledge of trackless mining equipment parts and components
- ERP system experience (Syspro)
- Strong inventory control and stock management knowledge
- Understanding of mechanical and engineering parts (hydraulics, electrical, OEM components)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Leadership and team management capability
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Ability to work under pressure in a production-driven environment
- High level of integrity and accountability
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
About This Role
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Salary Benchmark
R60,939/month
R47,128 to
R75,405/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
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Median Salary (ZAR)
R60,939/month