Join us an Assistant Logistics Officer on a 12 Months Fixed Term Contract to perform accurate and timeous receiving and issuing of standard and non-standard stock items that may be on or off the contract

Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.

Thungela Resources [Thungela means “to ignite” in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production.  It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets.

More of your responsibilities will include:

• Perform inventory counting as scheduled
• Perform accurate labelling, binning and stacking
• Reconfigures warehouse layout as determined by Logistics Supervisor
• Report stock-outs
• Performs accurate receiving &issuing of material
• Picks items and places in delivery area and updates ERP system
• Safely move material as required by means of forklift, LDV, overhead crane, slings etc
• General administration
• Provides an afterhours service when required
• Perform pre-start checks on mechanical equipment
• Perform SHE inspections as directed and reports non-conformance to the Site SC Supervisor

This role is in the Supply Chain department at C1 level and reports to the Site Supply Chain Supervisor.

• Grade 12
• Studying towards a relevant Diploma/ Degree (Advantageous)

Experience

• SAP/ ERP Data Capturing experience advantageous
• Basic receiving and issuing experience within a stores environment within the mining industry advantageous
• Computer literacy in MS Office essential
• Extensive knowledge on Excel

• Must be prepared to do standby duties as and when required essential
• Valid driver’s license
• Good written and verbal communications skills

What we offer

When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are?

Thungela is a pure play coal mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

Inclusion and Diversity

Thungela is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Closing Date: 02/04/2025