Team Leader - Cato Ridge, Harrison KwaZulu Natal at Maersk Line

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operational Support:

• Assist in supervising the loading, unloading, sorting, and storage of fruit products.
• Monitor and maintain proper temperature control and storage conditions.
• Ensure adherence to inventory management practices, including FIFO/LIFO.

Team Coordination:

• Support the Supervisor in managing staff schedules, attendance, and shift assignments.
• Act as the point of contact for warehouse staff in the Supervisor’s absence.
• Conduct on-the-job training and assist in onboarding new staff.

Quality & Compliance:

• Assist in maintaining compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Perform routine quality checks and escalate issues to the Supervisor.
• Ensure safe handling and storage practices to minimize product damage or loss.

Process Monitoring & Improvement:

• Identify and report operational inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
• Support the Supervisor in implementing new procedures or technologies.

Administrative Duties:

• Assist with maintaining accurate records of inventory, staff activities, and incidents.
• Prepare and submit shift reports to the Supervisor and Operations Manager.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional training or certification in logistics, supply chain, or warehouse management is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a cold storage, logistics, or warehouse environment.
• Previous leadership or team coordination experience is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Basic proficiency in inventory management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled environment.