General Assistant at The Building Company, Apply now!

Job Details

🏢 Company: The Building Company
💼 Job Title: General Assistant – TimberCity Brackenfell
📍 Location: Brackenfell, Western Cape
🕒 Job Type: Permanent
💰 Salary: Market-related
🆔 Reference Number: 80280404121
🏭 Industry: Retail / Building Materials
📦 Department: TimberCity
👥 Positions Available: 1

🏢 Company Overview

The Building Company is a leading retailer in the building materials and hardware sector, operating well-known brands such as TimberCity. The company focuses on delivering quality products, excellent customer service, and efficient operations across its branches nationwide.

💡 Job Overview

The General Assistant is responsible for supporting daily operations within the TimberCity branch. This includes assisting customers, handling stock, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring smooth workflow across different areas of the business unit.

This role requires flexibility, physical capability, and a strong customer service mindset.

🛠 Key Responsibilities

Customer Service & Support

• Provide customers with their orders
• Assist customers and suppliers with general queries
• Deliver a high standard of customer service

Stock Handling & Yard Duties

• Assist with loading and offloading of vehicles
• Pack and organise yard stock items

Operations & Maintenance

• Perform cleaning and safekeeping of vehicles
• Complete wash bay activities
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the work environment

General Duties

• Assist across different areas of the business unit as required
• Uphold and promote company values and culture

🎓 Qualifications

Education

• Grade 12 (Matric)

Skills & Requirements

• Basic product knowledge (building materials advantageous)
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to perform physical/manual work
• Team player with a strong work ethic
• Willingness to work in different areas of the business

📄 CV Tips for Applicants

• Highlight any retail, warehouse, or general labour experience
• Include experience with stock handling or customer service
• Show your physical capability and reliability
• Mention any knowledge of building materials or hardware
• Keep your CV clear and practical

🌟 Benefits of Joining the Company

• Opportunity to work in a well-established retail environment
• Gain experience in building materials and operations
• Exposure to multiple areas within the business
• Stable permanent employment
• Supportive team environment

📜 Company Policy

The Building Company is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. All appointments will be made in line with company policies and procedures.