Company
UD Trucks
Location
Akasia
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Job description
UD Trucks invites suitable graduates to apply for Picker Packer jobs in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
Job Overview
UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. This Position reports directly to the Logistics Team Leader and will be responsible for most Picking and Packing Operations including Line feeding.
Responsibilities and Duties
• Execute work according to SOP (Standard Operating Procedure)
• Performs quick Kaizen’s
• Perform material handling activities such as manual lifting, packaging, taping, labelling operations and sorting
• Move materials using a forklift and bin system
• Report defective materials or material shortage to the Team leader
• Ensure that the work area and all equipment are always clean and in an orderly condition
• To follow and comply to all safety regulations
• Carry out instructions as required from the Team leader
• Breakdown of emballages/pallets for recycling
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance
• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places
Experience:
• Exposure to an assembly plant
Job Requirements:
• Good verbal and written skills
• Effective Communication Skills
• Basic Mathematical Skills
• Basic Visualization and Observation Skills
• Handling of tools
• Valid Forklift Licences
• Computer Literate
Minimum qualifications
Grade 12 Minimum with Mathematics
Component Manufacturing or Logistics Learnership
Any other Auto Industry related Learnership or qualification
Job Overview
UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. This Position reports directly to the Logistics Team Leader and will be responsible for most Picking and Packing Operations including Line feeding.
Responsibilities and Duties
• Execute work according to SOP (Standard Operating Procedure)
• Performs quick Kaizen’s
• Perform material handling activities such as manual lifting, packaging, taping, labelling operations and sorting
• Move materials using a forklift and bin system
• Report defective materials or material shortage to the Team leader
• Ensure that the work area and all equipment are always clean and in an orderly condition
• To follow and comply to all safety regulations
• Carry out instructions as required from the Team leader
• Breakdown of emballages/pallets for recycling
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance
• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places
Experience:
• Exposure to an assembly plant
Job Requirements:
• Good verbal and written skills
• Effective Communication Skills
• Basic Mathematical Skills
• Basic Visualization and Observation Skills
• Handling of tools
• Valid Forklift Licences
• Computer Literate
Minimum qualifications
Grade 12 Minimum with Mathematics
Component Manufacturing or Logistics Learnership
Any other Auto Industry related Learnership or qualification
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Quick answers about Packing Staff Jobs in South Africa
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What is the minimum hourly wage for packing staff in South Africa in 2026?
The National Minimum Wage for packing staff, as set by the Department of Employment and Labour, is R32.50 per hour effective 1 March 2026. This applies to a standard 45-hour workweek, equating to a minimum monthly earnings of R6,350 before deductions for full-time workers. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the normal rate for hours exceeding 45 per week.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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What is the typical monthly salary range for entry-level packing staff jobs in South Africa in 2026?
Entry-level packing staff earn between R7,500 and R9,500 per month in 2026, according to sectoral determinations under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Experienced packers in logistics can reach R12,000 monthly with shift allowances. These figures exclude bonuses, which average R500 quarterly.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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Do foreigners need a work visa for packing staff jobs in South Africa, and what are the costs?
Foreigners require a General Work Visa for non-critical skills roles like packing staff, sponsored by a South African employer. The application fee is R1,520 for the main applicant plus R760 per dependant, valid for up to 5 years from 1 January 2026. Processing takes 8-10 weeks at a Department of Home Affairs office.
Source: Department of Home Affairs
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What qualifications or experience are needed for packing staff jobs in South Africa?
No formal qualifications are required, but Grade 10 literacy and numeracy are essential for packing staff roles per National Qualifications Framework Level 1. Employers prefer 6 months warehouse experience; new entrants qualify via free SETA learnerships lasting 12 months. Matriculants gain priority in recruitment.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour