Macsteel is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for a General Assistant position in the Paint Mixing Department at its Harvey Roofing division in Brakpan, Gauteng.
The role provides practical support in the production area, including preparing materials, assisting machine operators, moving containers, stacking products and maintaining a safe and orderly workplace.
Important: Grade 12 or a relevant NQF Level 4–5 qualification is essential. Applicants must be willing to work shifts, weekends and overtime when required.
At a glance
| Employer | Macsteel |
| Position | General Assistant – Paint Mixing Department |
| Reference Number | MCS260907-6 |
| Business Unit | Roofing |
| Division | Harvey |
| Department | Production |
| Location | Brakpan, Gauteng |
| Job Type | Full time |
| Job Category | Manufacturing |
| Positions Available | 1 |
| Minimum Education | Grade 12 / relevant NQF Level 4–5 qualification |
| Salary | Not stated |
| Closing Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Verified | 7 September 2026 |
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12 or a relevant NQF Level 4–5 qualification.
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
- Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and overtime when required.
The following will be advantageous but are not listed as compulsory requirements:
- Knowledge of material grades and steel products.
- A valid forklift licence.
- Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Perform general duties that support the operation of the paint department.
- Maintain cleanliness and follow workplace housekeeping standards.
- Assist with setting up and operating production equipment.
- Conduct routine safety inspections and report unsafe conditions.
- Handle and store hazardous materials according to approved procedures.
- Monitor product quality and report non-conformances promptly.
- Stack products according to the approved layout plan.
- Move full and empty containers to the required locations.
- Record production, downtime and wastage information.
- Report equipment faults, defects and maintenance requirements.
- Assist other departments when required.
- Follow company policies, procedures and safety requirements.
Work environment
This is a hands-on manufacturing role within a paint-mixing and production environment. Applicants should be comfortable performing physical duties, following safety procedures and working around production equipment and controlled hazardous materials.
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The official advert confirms that shift, weekend and overtime work may be required. It does not provide the specific shift schedule or normal working hours.
Salary and employment information
The position is classified as full time. The official vacancy does not state the salary, benefits or employment-contract duration.
Documents to prepare
- An updated CV.
- A clear copy of your South African identity document, if requested.
- Your Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification.
- Your forklift licence, if applicable.
- Certificates relating to safety, manufacturing or production, where applicable.
- A reliable cellphone number and professional email address.
About Macsteel
Macsteel is a South African steel merchandiser and distributor with a history spanning more than 120 years. Its operations include steel products, processing facilities, warehouses, service centres and value-added steel solutions.
Learn more through the official Macsteel website.
Scam warning
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- Do not pay anyone for an application, interview, assessment, uniform or job placement.
- Do not share banking PINs, passwords or one-time PINs.
- Do not trust anyone who guarantees employment in exchange for money.
- Confirm that the reference number is MCS260907-6.
- Confirm that the position is based in Brakpan, Gauteng.
- Upload personal documents only through the secure official recruitment process.
How this vacancy was verified
This vacancy was verified using Macsteel’s official recruitment listing for General Assistant – Paint Mixing Department, reference MCS260907-6.
The official listing confirmed the Brakpan location, full-time classification, Harvey Roofing division, minimum education requirements, available position, responsibilities and closing date.
The vacancy does not state the salary, benefits, contract duration or precise working hours. Macsteel also notes that internal applicants will be considered before external applicants.
Read more about our process on the How We Verify Listings page.
How to apply
- Open the official Macsteel application page below.
- Confirm that the position is General Assistant – Paint Mixing Department.
- Confirm that the reference number is MCS260907-6.
- Read the complete vacancy information.
- Sign in or create an online recruitment profile.
- Complete your personal, education and employment information accurately.
- Upload your updated CV and requested supporting documents.
- Review your contact details and application answers.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
Application closing date
The official closing date is 12 September 2026.
The exact closing time is not stated. Applicants should submit by 11 September 2026 where possible to reduce the risk of missing the deadline because of technical or document-upload problems.