Unitrans – General Worker

General Worker roles are practical opportunities for applicants who are reliable, physically fit and willing to carry out hands-on duties in an operational environment. The Unitrans General Worker opportunity in Darnall, KwaZulu-Natal is a temporary fixed-term role linked to the Agriculture division and Avoca Sugar contract. This opportunity is suited to applicants who can work safely, follow instructions and assist with cleaning, loading support and general housekeeping tasks.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This Unitrans General Worker opportunity is a temporary fixed-term role based in Darnall, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful applicant will support operational and cleaning duties linked to the Avoca Sugar contract.

The role includes keeping outside walkways clear and free of debris, assisting with loading-related tasks, supporting general housekeeping and helping to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

This opportunity is best suited to applicants who are medically fit, reliable, safety-conscious and prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays where required.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit an applicant who is comfortable with physical work, cleaning duties, repetitive movement and working in an operational environment where safety rules must be followed carefully.

It may also suit someone who has previous general worker, cleaner, warehouse, yard, loading, agriculture, logistics or operations experience. Applicants should make any relevant practical work experience clear on their CV.

Because the role requires own reliable transport to and from work, applicants should only apply if they can travel reliably to the work location in Darnall.

What you’ll do / learn

• Assist drivers with safely positioning vehicles for loading.
• Assist with loading of vehicles.
• Help ensure tanker doors are handled correctly during operations.
• Assist with decanting overloaded vehicles when required.
• Operate the loading mechanism when instructed.
• Keep outside walkways clear and free of debris.
• Report repairs or maintenance needs to building management.
• Assist with cleaning of the premises.
• Help maintain the working environment.
• Carry out general housekeeping tasks.

Note: Applicants should confirm the full shift structure, working hours, transport expectations, contract duration and safety requirements directly with Unitrans during the recruitment process.

Eligibility requirements

Applicant requirements

• Minimum education level listed as Grade 11 or less.
• Must be medically fit.
• Must be reliable.
• Must work in a safe manner and follow safety requirements.
• Must be prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Must have a clean criminal record.
• Must have own reliable transport to and from work.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to walk, bend, push, pull and lift repetitively during working hours.

Skills and personal attributes

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills.
• Self-motivation.
• Ability to identify and complete needed tasks without direct supervision.
• Ability to carry out reasonable instructions from a supervisor.
• Safety awareness.
• Reliability and willingness to do physical work.

What this role really means

A General Worker role in this environment is a hands-on operational support job. The work may involve cleaning, assisting with loading activities, keeping work areas safe, helping drivers, following instructions and carrying out physical tasks during working hours.

This is not an office-based role. Applicants should be prepared for practical duties, repetitive movement, safety rules, shift work and working in an environment where cleanliness and operational discipline are important.

On your CV, place your work experience, reliability, physical fitness, safety awareness, transport availability and any cleaning, general work, loading, warehouse, agriculture or logistics experience near the top so the employer can quickly see your suitability.

Application checklist

Prepare your documents before applying so that your application is complete and professional.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID, where applicable.
• Copy of your highest school qualification, where applicable.
• Details of any general worker, cleaner, warehouse, loading, yard, agriculture or logistics experience.
• Confirmation that you have reliable transport to and from work.
• Clear contact details, including your cellphone number and email address.
• Any supporting documents requested on the Unitrans eRecruit application portal.

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Important note for applicants

The official listing states that appointments will be made in accordance with diversity targets. Applicants should make sure that all information on their CV and application profile is accurate and matches their supporting documents.

Applicants should also note that this is a temporary fixed-term opportunity. Confirm the contract duration, working hours, shift arrangements and employment conditions directly with Unitrans during the recruitment process.

About the sponsor

Unitrans is an integrated logistics and supply chain solutions company operating across sectors such as agriculture, petroleum, chemicals and gas, mining, FMCG, retail and industrial commodities. The company provides transport, logistics and operational services to clients across South Africa and other parts of Sub-Saharan Africa. You can view more information on the Unitrans Website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Make your general worker, cleaner or operational experience easy to find on your CV.
• Clearly mention if you have reliable transport to and from work.
• Show that you are reliable, safety-conscious and able to follow instructions.
• Mention any experience with cleaning, loading, housekeeping or physical work.
• Make sure your contact details are correct and active.
• Apply before the closing date because the application window is short.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Submitting a CV with missing or incorrect contact details.
• Not showing relevant general worker, cleaning or physical work experience where applicable.
• Not mentioning reliable transport when the role requires it.
• Applying without understanding that the role may involve shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Leaving out safety-related experience or ability to follow instructions.
• Uploading unclear documents where documents are requested.
• Waiting until the last day to apply and then experiencing portal issues.

Scam warning (important)

Applicants should only apply through the official Unitrans eRecruit recruitment platform. Do not pay anyone for this job opportunity, for an interview, for placement, for training, or for application assistance. Legitimate employers do not ask applicants to pay money to secure a job opportunity.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified from the official Unitrans eRecruit listing for General Worker, reference number UNI260605-1. The listing confirmed the employer, job title, reference number, business unit, contract, location, job type, minimum education level, job summary, minimum requirements, duties, responsibilities, policy wording, closing date and official application route.

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How to apply

1. Open the official Unitrans application link below.
2. Read the full General Worker opportunity details and requirements carefully.
3. Create or log in to your eRecruit candidate profile, if required.
4. Complete all required application fields.
5. Upload your CV and any required supporting documents.
6. Check that your details and documents are accurate before submitting.
7. Submit your application before the closing date.
8. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation received from the portal.

Application Closing Date

15 June 2026

Application Notes

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If no response is received within 2 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful. Employment equity candidates are welcome to apply.