Cashbuild – General Assistant

Applicants looking for an entry-level retail support role with customer service, merchandising, and housekeeping duties may find this a practical fit. Cashbuild is recruiting a General Assistant (External Applications Only – Naas) in Mpumalanga.

At a glance

FieldDetails
Sponsor / EmployerCashbuild (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd
Opportunity typeGeneral Assistant (External Applications Only – Naas)
LocationMpumalanga, South Africa
StatusActive
Job typeExternal
Created on26 February 2026
Closing dateNot stated on the listing (apply as soon as possible)
Key notesCustomer service, merchandising, shelf price labelling, and housekeeping role
Verified by us26 February 2026

What this opportunity is

Candidates who want hands-on retail floor experience in a building materials environment may find this role a useful entry point. This is a customer-facing general assistant position focused on store support, merchandising, price labelling, and housekeeping within a designated area of responsibility.

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll support daily store operations by helping customers, maintaining merchandising standards, and keeping your area safe, clean, and clearly labelled. The role also includes basic safety compliance and stock-loss awareness in a fast-moving retail setting.

  • Advise and assist customers on correct products and queries
  • Assist with and help resolve customer complaints
  • Merchandise bulk stock safely according to the store layout plan
  • Keep your area fully merchandised according to store layout and planograms
  • Ensure your area is free of obstacles and safe for customers and colleagues
  • Keep shelf price labelling correct in your area
  • Complete housekeeping checklists when on duty
  • Follow OHSA safety requirements and use safety gear where required
  • Report discrepancies and damaged stock to the Store Manager
  • Help manage stock loss in your area

Note: This is a job vacancy and not a learnership. Appointment is subject to the employer’s recruitment process.

Eligibility requirements

  • Minimum Grade 10 / NQF 3 with 1 year related work experience, or Grade 12 without related work experience
  • Ability to communicate in English and the dominant language spoken in the area where the position is available
  • Valid South African ID or work permit
  • Ability to perform basic calculations accurately
  • Must be willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
  • Must be able to work under pressure

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

  • Updated CV
  • Certified copy of South African ID (or valid work permit, if applicable)
  • School results / qualification proof (Grade 10 / NQF 3 or Matric)
  • Proof of work experience (if applying via the Grade 10 + experience route)
  • Clear contact details (phone + email)

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About the sponsor

Cashbuild says it is South Africa’s largest retailer of building materials and notes that it offers equal opportunity career prospects in a fast-moving consumer goods environment. That aligns with the store-based, customer-facing nature of this General Assistant role.

Source Link: cashbuild.co.za↗

Quick tips for applicants

  • If you’re applying with Grade 10, make sure your 1 year of related experience is clearly shown on your CV
  • Mention any retail, customer service, merchandising, or stock-handling experience
  • If you speak the dominant language used in your area, note that on your CV
  • Be ready for shift, weekend, and public holiday work

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

  • Applying without the correct qualification/experience combination
  • Leaving out proof of related work experience when applying with Grade 10
  • Submitting a CV that does not show customer service or retail support experience
  • Ignoring the shift/weekend/public holiday requirement
  • Waiting too long when no closing date is shown

Scam warning (important)

Never pay a fee to apply. Only use the official Cashbuild careers page and linked application platform, and double-check the domain before uploading personal documents.

How this opportunity was verified

Verified by us on 26 February 2026 by checking the official Cashbuild careers listing for General Assistant (External Applications Only – Naas). We captured the role title, status, location, requirements, duties, and official application route from the listing.

How to apply

  1. Open the official Cashbuild vacancy page using the link below.
  2. Click Apply for this Position.
  3. Complete the application on the linked platform and upload your documents.
  4. Submit as soon as possible, since no closing date is listed.

The listing links below go directly to Cashbuild’s application platform from the official careers page.