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
2. Receiving & Issuing of Goods
  • 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
3. Systems & Administration
  • 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
4. Leadership & Supervision
  • 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
5. Health, Safety & Compliance
  • 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
6. Stakeholder Coordination
  • 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
Qualifications
  • Grade 12 (Matric) - essential
  • Certificate/Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Warehousing - advantageous
Experience
  • 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
Technical Skills
  • ERP system experience (Syspro)
  • Strong inventory control and stock management knowledge
  • Understanding of mechanical and engineering parts (hydraulics, electrical, OEM components)
Competencies
  • 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
Key Skills for This Role
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Common Technologies
Simulink MATLAB PSCAD Microsoft PowerPoint 365 AutoCAD Revit MicroStation C

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