Senior Stores Clerk wanted in KZN

Position: Senior Stores Clerk (Ref. No. DOT 41/2024)

Location: Cost Centre, Eshowe, Empangeni Region

Salary: R 202 233 per annum (Salary Level 05)

Requirements:

• Senior Certificate/National Certificate (Vocational) NGF Level 4
• Valid driver’s license (minimum code B)

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Required:

• Asset and inventory control knowledge
• Understanding of stock procedures, processes, and Practice Notes including ordering, issuing, stock takes, and reconciliation
• Familiarity with tender/contract procedures related to stores
• Knowledge of procurement procedures
• Understanding of legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures in the Public Sector
• Familiarity with departmental communication structures
• Proficiency in computerized stores systems used by the Department of Transport
• Awareness of safety standards as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Outlook)
• Ability to interpret legislation, policy, Practice Notes, and contracts
• Strong interpersonal and numeracy skills
• Analytical and innovative thinking abilities
• Planning and organizational skills
• Problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply knowledge effectively
• Capacity to work well in a team environment

Desired Characteristics: The ideal candidate should be responsible, punctual, conscientious, and receptive to suggestions and ideas. They should possess a teamwork-oriented attitude, adhere to a code of conduct, demonstrate efficiency, empathy, and cultural awareness.

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure adequate stock control in accordance with computerized store system and practice note requirements
• Maintain accurate records of tally cards, fuel/minor plant, and S 25 ledgers and register
• Effectively dispose of redundant, broken, and outdated store items
• Promptly and efficiently handle input and output documents
• Control Zibambele material

Enquiries: Ms NB Madela
Tel: 035 4742031

Note:

(a) Applications must be submitted on the NEW Application for Employment Form, Z83 (obtainable on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za – vacancies). In terms of DPSA circular 19 of 2022, applicants are advised that part A, B C & D of the new Z83 form must be completed in full. Part E, F & G: noting that there is limited space provided, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. The questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered, and the application must be initialed, dated and signed. Should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83) or the application is not completed in accordance with DPSA circular 19 of 2022, such application will not be considered. The completed and signed Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed CV. Dates of starting and leaving employment must be given as DD/MM/YYYY.

Candidates short-listed for an interview will be required to provide the following documentation, on the date of the interview and failure to do so will result in the candidate being disqualified for the position:

• Certified copies of qualifications, driver’s license (where applicable).
• Copies of acting appointment letters for occupying acting positions (where applicable).
• Identity Document/Permanent Resident Permit for non-RSA Citizens (where applicable).
• Relevant registration with a professional body (where applicable).
• Certificates are required, however, if a certificate is only to be issued at the graduation in the future, the statement of results, together with a letter from the educational institution indicating the date of the graduation will be accepted.

(b) Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications (Z83) with a CV must be submitted for each.

(c) Under no circumstances will faxed applications be accepted. Any applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered. The onus is on applicants to ensure that their applications are submitted timeously.

(d) Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo a competency test.

(e) Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification verification, and employment verification) prior to employment, and the appointment is subject to positive outcomes of these checks.

(f) The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement.

(g) Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged due to the volume of applications, and should you not receive an invitation to attend an interview within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.

(h) Shortlisted candidates are required to submit their fingerprints at the designated fingerprint zone on or after the day of their interview. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time, and place as determined by the Department. The Department reserves the right not to fill the advertised post(s) at any stage of the recruitment process.

(i) Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs or submit their Z83 application form and CV directly to the following email address HRRecruitment@kzntransport.gov.za (KINDLY USE REF NO OF POST IN SUBJECT LINE OF EMAIL). Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACs) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying for jobs on the KZN online e-Recruitment system or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Please note that applicants should only use one of the following methods when applying for a post: either through the online e-Recruitment system, emailing the Z83 and CV directly to the relevant department/entity, or submit a hardcopy application as directed.

(j) Applications may alternatively be forwarded to the: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Practices Directorate, Department of Transport, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 OR hand-delivered to the office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 in the vacancy box provided. For the personal attention of Mr B. Hornsby.

(k) Closing date for applications is 29 February 2024 at 16h00.

NB: THE DEPARTMENT IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING A REVIEW OF ITS ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE WHICH MAY HAVE AN IMPACT ON THE LOCATION AND/OR THE AMENDMENT TO/ADDITION OF DUTIES TO SOME OF THE POSTS WHICH MAY BE INCLUDED IN THIS CIRCULAR.