Closing soon — if you meet the requirements, get your documents ready and apply early. If you’re comfortable with hands‑on production work and strict safety standards, Macsteel is hiring a General Assistant to support production, quality checks and housekeeping in a paint department environment (as stated).
At a glance
| Sponsor / Employer | Macsteel (Harvey Roofing Products / Roofing division, as stated) |
| Opportunity type | Job – General Assistant (Permanent) |
| Location | Brakpan, Gauteng |
| Closing date | 02 March 2026 |
| Key requirements | Grade 12; shift work; forklift licence advantageous (as stated) |
| Verified by us | 24 February 2026 |
What this opportunity is
A production support role focused on keeping throughput and quality on track while maintaining housekeeping and safety standards. The requirement highlights loading/off‑loading, monitoring production processes, reporting non‑conformances, and assisting where needed across production/warehouse tasks (as stated).
What you’ll do / learn
You’ll work close to the production line — helping operators, moving materials, and keeping the area safe and clean. If you’re organised and proactive, this role teaches practical factory discipline: quality spotting, recording downtime/waste, and safe handling routines.
- Load/off‑load products on lines to support production throughput (as stated)
- Monitor production processes and report non‑conforming products (as stated)
- Move raw materials and finished product; stack products to layout plan (as stated)
- Record production output, downtime and wastage (as stated)
- Maintain housekeeping and health & safety standards; report unsafe conditions (as stated)
- Assist with general warehouse/production duties (picking/strapping/sweeping) (as stated)
Eligibility requirements
- Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate (as stated)
- Able to read/write/communicate in English (as stated)
- Prepared to work shifts on a system shift cycle and overtime as needed (as stated)
- Forklift licence advantageous (as stated)
- Working knowledge of health & safety regulations advantageous (as stated)
Application checklist
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of SA ID
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Forklift licence (if you have it)
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About the sponsor
Macsteel’s describes itself as a long‑established steel organisation and positions it as a leading merchandiser and distributor of steel and value‑added steel products in Southern Africa.
It also highlights a network of divisions and operations that support the steel supply chain (including trading and service centres), which aligns with the practical, plant‑based exposure learners get in this programme.
Sponsor link: Macsteel – About Us
Quick tips for applicants
- If you’ve worked in production before, mention the exact tasks: loading, quality checks, packing, housekeeping.
- Highlight shift readiness and reliability — shift work is explicitly required.
- If you have a forklift licence, put it near the top of your CV (it’s listed as advantageous).
Common mistakes that get applicants rejected
- Submitting a CV without any practical work examples (even casual/seasonal experience helps).
- Not indicating willingness to work shifts and overtime.
- Leaving out certificates/licences you do have (forklift licence).
Scam warning (important)
Never pay a fee to apply. Only use the official email/portal and double‑check the domain before you submit personal documents.
Tip: Apply only via the official Macsteel eRecruit portal and never pay a fee to apply.
How this opportunity was verified
Verified by us on 24 February 2026 by checking the official/source listing, sponsor info page for the closing date, requirements, and application route.
How to apply
- Open the official vacancy page using the button below.
- Create an applicant profile (or log in) on the Macsteel portal.
- Upload your CV and supporting documents.
- Submit before 02 March 2026.