Capitec Bank Ltd invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Store Assistant position based in Stellenbosch. The role supports stores and logistics operations through the accurate packing of IT equipment, preparation of dispatch documentation, and coordination of stock receiving processes in accordance with internal procedures and product specifications.

The position is suitable for candidates with a Grade 12 qualification who demonstrate strong attention to detail, planning ability and basic computer literacy. Applicants must have a valid driver’s licence, access to their own vehicle and a clear criminal and credit record. Appointments will support employment equity objectives where feasible.

Position Title: Store Assistant
Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
Employment Type: Operational support role within stores and logistics environment
Closing Date: Not specified
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational
Driver’s Licence: Required
Own Vehicle: Required
Employment Equity: Appointments aligned with employment equity objectives where feasible

Overview of the Store Assistant Position

The Store Assistant position at Capitec Bank Ltd supports internal logistics functions responsible for handling, packaging and preparing IT equipment for dispatch across operational environments. The role contributes to maintaining efficiency within stores operations by ensuring equipment is packaged correctly, documented accurately and secured appropriately before movement to internal destinations.

Responsibilities include packaging preparation, documentation handling, shelving coordination and supporting receiving processes within structured inventory systems. The position plays an important role in ensuring operational continuity by supporting safe and accurate distribution of equipment required for business operations.

The position is suitable for candidates with strong attention to detail, organisational ability and basic computer literacy who are comfortable working in structured environments that require accuracy, coordination and adherence to operational procedures.

Purpose Statement of the Role

The purpose of the Store Assistant role includes:

• Ensuring packing of IT equipment into appropriate cartons, boxes and shelves according to product specifications
• Ensuring correct packaging materials are selected before dispatch
• Inserting required documentation into packaging before shipment
• Securing equipment properly prior to dispatch
• Supporting receiving and handling of incoming stock

The role supports equipment readiness and distribution efficiency within the internal logistics structure.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Primary duties associated with the Store Assistant position include:

• Packing IT equipment according to product specifications
• Selecting appropriate packaging materials for different equipment types
• Preparing cartons and storage containers before dispatch
• Ensuring documentation is inserted before shipment
• Securing equipment properly inside packaging
• Assisting with receiving stock deliveries
• Supporting shelving and storage placement processes
• Ensuring accurate labelling of packages
• Maintaining order within packaging preparation areas
• Supporting dispatch readiness procedures
• Maintaining equipment protection during preparation stages
• Following internal workflow instructions related to packaging
• Assisting with movement coordination of equipment between operational units
• Supporting safe handling of equipment during packaging processes
• Maintaining structured packaging environments

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Supporting communication between logistics and stores teams
• Assisting with preparation of equipment for internal deployment
• Ensuring compliance with packaging standards
• Supporting inventory preparation activities
• Maintaining workflow accuracy during dispatch preparation

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

Knowledge

• Basic computer literacy (MS Outlook)

Preferred Experience

The following experience is considered advantageous:

• Previous experience packaging IT equipment
• Exposure to logistics or stores environments
• Experience supporting equipment dispatch preparation
• Familiarity with inventory handling procedures
• Exposure to structured packaging workflows
• Experience supporting stock receiving processes

Although not mandatory, prior experience may strengthen suitability for the role.

Knowledge Requirements

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Basic computer literacy in MS Outlook
• Understanding of workplace communication systems
• Awareness of packaging procedures
• Familiarity with documentation handling practices
• Basic knowledge of equipment preparation workflows
• Awareness of structured storage environments
• Understanding of internal coordination processes
• Familiarity with inventory movement support activities

Skills Requirements

Essential skills required for the Store Assistant position include:

• Communication skills
• Numerical reasoning ability
• Computer literacy in MS Word
• Computer literacy in MS Excel
• Computer literacy in MS Outlook
• Planning and organising ability
• Coordination skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow structured procedures
• Accuracy when preparing packaging documentation

Additional supporting skills include:

• Time management capability
• Equipment handling responsibility
• Workflow organisation ability
• Independent task completion ability
• Team support capability
• Packaging preparation accuracy
• Storage organisation capability

Equipment Handling Responsibilities

Daily equipment-related responsibilities include:

• Preparing cartons before dispatch
• Placing equipment on shelves according to procedures
• Securing equipment inside packaging containers
• Verifying packaging readiness before shipment
• Maintaining packaging quality standards
• Supporting safe handling of IT equipment
• Ensuring packaging protection during movement preparation
• Maintaining shelf organisation standards

Documentation Responsibilities

Documentation-related duties include:

• Inserting required documentation into packages
• Verifying documentation completeness before dispatch
• Supporting dispatch tracking processes
• Maintaining packaging documentation accuracy
• Supporting internal equipment movement records
• Ensuring documentation aligns with equipment specifications
• Maintaining communication records where required

Logistics Support Responsibilities

Logistics coordination responsibilities include:

• Supporting internal equipment distribution preparation
• Assisting with receiving incoming stock
• Maintaining packaging workflow coordination
• Supporting dispatch readiness activities
• Ensuring packaging timelines are followed
• Supporting inventory placement procedures
• Maintaining coordination between stores and operational units
• Supporting structured equipment movement workflows

Operational Work Environment

The Store Assistant position operates within a structured stores and logistics support environment responsible for preparing and distributing IT equipment across internal operational divisions. The role contributes to maintaining equipment readiness by ensuring packaging accuracy, documentation completeness and storage organisation.

Tasks are performed in coordination with logistics personnel, stores supervisors and operational support teams responsible for equipment allocation. The environment requires adherence to procedures, attention to detail and consistent workflow accuracy.

Daily responsibilities involve packaging preparation, stock receiving support, shelving coordination and documentation verification aligned with operational standards.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must meet the following employment conditions:

• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Valid driver’s licence
• Own vehicle required
• Compliance with recruitment screening procedures
• Compliance with employment verification requirements
• Adherence to organisational conduct expectations
• Availability to support packaging workflow operations

Compliance Requirements

Role compliance expectations include:

• Adherence to packaging procedures
• Compliance with documentation accuracy standards
• Compliance with equipment handling guidelines
• Compliance with internal workflow instructions
• Compliance with communication protocols
• Compliance with operational safety practices
• Compliance with confidentiality requirements
• Compliance with employment equity objectives where applicable

Employment Equity Commitment

Capitec Bank Ltd supports diversity and employment equity objectives aligned with organisational workforce transformation priorities. Appointments support equitable representation goals where feasible and consistent with organisational policies and procedures.

Employment decisions align with transformation frameworks designed to promote inclusive workplace participation within operational support environments.

Application Process

Applicants are required to complete the assessment available through the application process before finalising submission. The assessment forms part of the evaluation procedure used to determine role suitability.

Application steps include:

• Reviewing the Store Assistant role requirements
• Completing the required assessment
• Finalising the application submission through the application portal

Only completed applications submitted through the required process are considered for further review. Candidates meeting the qualification requirements and employment conditions may proceed through the assessment stage before final application evaluation.