Company: University of Pretoria
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
About the job
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
WAREHOUSE HELPER III (2 positions)
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 17
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria’s commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
Key Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for the following but not limited to:
Oversee and control of redundant assets;
Keep store clean, neat and safe at all times;
Ensuring that all sectional related business processes are executed effectively and efficient;
Ensure that all the internal movements are done within the agreed timeframes;
Deliver new and old furniture to different departments;
Attend to all PeopleSoft requests and respond within agreed timeframes;
Complete transfer documents and ensure that it is signed and handed over to the Store Manager;
Make sure the vehicles are clean and go for their inspection;
Assist with sale process by placing tender documentation and numbers on assets that are to be sold;
Ensure that store is clean and assist with the numbering and marking of items with tender numbers.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 10;
6 months relevant work experience with proven experience in and knowledge of, inter alia:
Store Management;
Administration;
Asset environment experience.
Attributes)
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL
Knowledge of Assets environment;
Knowledge of the Stores environment;
Good oral and written communication skills;
Self-Motivated and disciplined;
Good interpersonal skills: Interact with internal and external stakeholders;
E-mail and telephone etiquette;
Commitment to delivering value to clients;
Planning and prioritising of tasks;
Ethical and professional integrity;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Administration and organisation skills;
Effective time management skills, including the ability to prioritize and function under pressure.
Added Advantages And Preferences
Grade 12;
6 months experience of asset management in a university environment;
Drivers licence for vehicle and truck (Code 10 and PDP) – desirable.
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In Applying For This Post, Please Attach
A comprehensive CV;
Certified copies of qualifications;
Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
CLOSING DATE: 16 July 2025.
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
Enquiries
Ms Thandeka Mtswene: thandeka.mtswene@up.ac.za , Tel: (012) 420 4028 for application-related enquiries and Kagiso Bokaba Tel: (012) 420 3016 kagiso.bokaba@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content only. No applications via email will be considered.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31October 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the University’s Employment Equity Plan and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
