Storesperson

Job Description

STORESPERSON (1)
Description
The duties of the incumbent will involve manning stores for the Department. Ordering equipment and laboratory consumables (mining components for laboratories and design projects) and Consumables for mining Systems, liaising with all technicians on their requirements in their respective laboratories.

Duties and Responsibilities

Issuing out equipment and components per requests. Creating inventory and updating it, as well as updating stocks to minimum required levels before the beginning of each semester. The person should show a willingness to learn.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications And Experience

Applicants must have a relevant minimum National Certificate in Mining Engineering or equivalent and at least 1 year post-qualification experience. Applicants should have experience in Mining Engineering components use, interpretation and use of
datasheets for mining components, ability to test mining components, maintenance and repair of equipment and installations.

Skills

Inventory management
– Receiving, storing, issuing, and controlling stock effectively.
Stock control – Monitoring inventory levels and preventing shortages, overstocking, and stock losses.
Record-keeping – Maintaining accurate stock records, inventory registers, and transaction logs.
Computer literacy
– Using inventory management systems, spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Excel), and other office software.
Numeracy – Performing accurate calculations for stock counts, quantities, and inventory reconciliations.
Attention to detail
– Checking quantities, specifications, expiry dates, and the condition of goods.
Organization – Arranging and labeling stock systematically to facilitate easy retrieval and efficient storage.
Communication – Communicating
effectively with suppliers, procurement staff, warehouse personnel, and internal departments.
Time management – Prioritizing tasks and ensuring timely receipt and issuance of materials.
Teamwork – Working
collaboratively with colleagues in procurement, finance, logistics, and operations.
Health and safety awareness
– Applying safe storage practices and following workplace safety procedures.
Quality control – Inspecting
incoming goods to ensure they meet the required specifications and quality standards.