Logistics Support Opportunity – Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal

Unitrans is recruiting a General Worker to join its Consumer division at the Rainbow Hammarsdale operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness, hygiene and safe working conditions across operational areas, including loading zones, workshops, yards, offices, stores and ablution facilities.

This role supports daily logistics operations by ensuring work areas remain clean, organised and safe for employees, vehicles and heavy equipment such as trucks, tractors, loaders and harvesting machinery.

Job Details

Company: Unitrans
Position: General Worker
Reference Number: UNI260920-2
Business Unit: Consumer
Contract: Rainbow Hammarsdale
Employment Type: Temporary – Fixed Term
Location: Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal
Minimum Education: Grade 12 / National Certificate
Closing Date: 28 September 2026

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have:

Grade 10–12 qualification (Grade 12 preferred).
Basic cleaning or safety training will be advantageous.
1–2 years’ cleaning experience in industrial, agricultural or logistics environments.
Experience working near heavy equipment or high-traffic operational areas will be beneficial.
Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, industrial waste handling and housekeeping procedures.

Technical Skills

Candidates should have:

Ability to use cleaning tools and light cleaning equipment.
Understanding of safety practices when working around heavy machinery.
Knowledge of spill-cleaning procedures and safe waste handling.
Ability to identify hazards and maintain safe work areas.

Skills and Competencies

Suitable candidates should have:

Strong safety awareness.
Reliability and discipline.
Ability to work independently.
Good attention to detail.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Physical ability to perform manual and repetitive tasks.

Working Conditions

The role involves:

Working in outdoor and indoor operational areas.
Exposure to dust, mud, cane debris, noise and changing weather conditions.
Working near moving trucks, tractors, loaders and harvesting equipment.
Wearing required PPE, including safety boots, gloves and reflective clothing.
Standing, walking, bending and lifting for extended periods.
Possible shifts, weekends, public holidays and peak harvest periods.

Duties and Responsibilities

Cleaning and Housekeeping

The successful candidate will:

Perform routine and deep cleaning of operational areas.
Clean loading zones, workshops, offices and ablution facilities.
Remove cane residue, mud, dust, oil spills and debris.
Maintain clean walkways, platforms and access areas around machinery.
Keep fuel stations, wash bays, parking areas and storage yards clean.

Waste Management

Responsibilities include:

Collecting and disposing of waste according to site procedures.
Emptying bins and maintaining waste areas.
Transporting waste to approved disposal points.
Assisting with recycling areas and safe disposal of contaminated materials.

Safety and Hazard Control

The General Worker will:

Follow company safety policies and PPE requirements.
Keep floors, pathways and work areas free from hazards.
Report spills, unsafe conditions and damaged equipment.
Use warning signs when cleaning areas.
Handle and store cleaning chemicals safely.

Communication and Team Support

Duties include:

Communicating cleaning priorities with supervisors.
Working safely around drivers, technicians and equipment operators.
Reporting shortages of cleaning materials.
Participating in daily safety briefings.

Equipment and Material Maintenance

The employee will:

Use cleaning equipment correctly, including brooms, mops, pressure washers and industrial brushes.
Maintain cleaning equipment and report faults.
Store cleaning materials safely and keep storage areas organised.

Documentation and Reporting