Pallets Administrator

WE'RE HIRING: PALLETS ADMINISTRATOR

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Salary: R14 000 per month (Slightly negotiable)

Contract: 3-Month Fixed-Term Contract

An established national company within the manufacturing and logistics industry is looking for an experienced Pallets Administrator to join its Durban team on a 3-month fixed-term contract.

We are specifically looking for a candidate with approximately 5 years' experience working with CHEP pallets, with strong knowledge of pallet administration, pallet control and CHEP pooling systems.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate pallet movements, maintaining records, reconciling pallet accounts and assisting with the effective management of pallet stock.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate CHEP pallet records and transactions.
• Capture and reconcile daily pallet movements, transfers, receipts and returns.
• Monitor pallet balances and investigate discrepancies.
• Perform regular pallet reconciliations to ensure accurate stock records.
• Maintain accurate records on CHEP online systems and pallet pooling platforms.
• Liaise with transporters, warehouses, customers and suppliers regarding pallet movements.
• Investigate and resolve pallet shortages, discrepancies and outstanding balances.
• Monitor pallet returns and follow up on outstanding pallets.
• Prepare and maintain accurate pallet reports, spreadsheets and supporting documentation.
• Assist with pallet stock counts and audits.
• Ensure all pallet transactions are accurately recorded and processed within required deadlines.
• Support the warehouse and logistics teams with general pallet administration.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Approximately 5 years' experience working with CHEP pallets
• Proven experience in pallet administration, pallet control and CHEP pooling systems is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of CHEP online systems and pallet reconciliation processes.
• Previous experience within a warehouse, logistics, distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Good Microsoft Excel and computer literacy skills.
• Strong numerical ability and excellent attention to detail.
• Experience investigating pallet discrepancies and reconciling pallet accounts.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Must be comfortable accepting a 3-month fixed-term contract.