Logistics Assistants
Air Chefs
Cape Town, Western Cape
This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, logistics roles in South Africa typically pay R12 000 to R35 000 a month (indicative).
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Logistics and supply-chain roles coordinate the movement of goods across SA, a sector expanding fast with e-commerce.
Job description
Job Purpose
Supports daily logistics operations by preparing vehicles, handling equipment, and service loads for dispatch, movement, and sanitation. The Logistics Assistant works under close supervision to ensure items ready for safe, hygienic, and timely movement across the operation.
Principal Accountabilities
Vehicle and Equipment Readiness
- Preparing vehicles, equipment, and support tools for daily operations.
- Conducting pre-use inspections and safety checks.
- Ensuring equipment and vehicles meet hygiene and operational standards.
- Reporting damaged, missing, or unsafe equipment to management
Loading, Unloading and Material Handling
- Loading and unloading catering equipment, supplies, and operational materials.
- Safely transporting items between production, dispatch, and transport areas.
- Applying safe lifting and handling techniques.
- Assisting with staging and positioning of equipment to support operational turnaround times.
Quality Control and Compliance
- Conducting visual inspections to identify damaged, contaminated, or missing items.
- Following food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
- Verifying counts and documentation before items are dispatched.
Documentation and Handover
- Completing operational records and handover documentation accurately.
- Reporting shortages, delays, faults, and operational exceptions.
- Supporting shift handovers to ensure operational continuity.
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
- Food Safety, Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety, or related training will be advantageous.
Experience
- 0 to 2 years' experience in logistics, warehousing, fleet support, stores, catering, sanitation, or a related operational environment.
Knowledge and Skills
- Basic understanding of logistics operations and material handling.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Physical fitness and ability to perform manual handling activities.
Attributes
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Reliability and accountability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Customer service orientation
- Adaptability and resilience
- Ability to work under pressure
- Commitment to quality and operational excellence
Additional Information
At Air Chefs, you will be part of a dynamic organisation that delivers world-class catering services to the aviation industry. We offer an opportunity to work in a diverse environment where safety, quality, teamwork, and customer service are at the heart of everything we do.
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