Job Opportunity: Storekeeper – Museums (Life Support – Oceanarium)
Reference Number: DSRAC 27/09/2024 Salary: R216,417 – R254,928 per annum (Level 05), all-inclusive remuneration Location: Bayworld Museum, Gqeberha Closing Date: 11 October 2024
Bayworld Museum in Gqeberha is looking for a dedicated and organized Storekeeper to join our Oceanarium team. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your role will be vital to the smooth operation of our animal life support systems, ensuring the well-being of marine life housed at our facility. If you are detail-oriented, have excellent organizational skills, and are passionate about marine conservation, this might be the perfect role for you.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Storekeeper, your duties will include:
Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate records of stock levels and goods received.
Stock Management: Assist with the supply and management of goods and services necessary to maintain animal support systems.
Safekeeping of Goods: Ensure proper storage and safekeeping of supplies, especially those critical to marine life support.
Stocktaking: Conduct regular stocktaking of fish and other marine animal supplies.
Goods Handling: Unload supplies, check goods against orders, and track the movement of items dispensed from the storeroom.
Report Submission: Compile and submit reports on stock levels, shortages, and movements.
Marine Animal Husbandry: Assist with the care and maintenance of marine animals housed in the Oceanarium and Aquarium.
Animal Rehabilitation: Support marine animal rehabilitation efforts.
Marine Conservation Support: Assist in achieving the museum’s marine conservation objectives.
Flexible Working Hours: Ability to work weekends as needed.
Requirements:
Educational Qualification: National Senior Certificate or NQF level 4.
Computer Literacy: Must be proficient in basic computer operations.
Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills.
Experience: No work experience required, but previous exposure to working with live marine mammals will be considered an advantage.
Application Process:
Applications must be submitted via the e-recruitment system which can be accessed at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The e-recruitment system closes at 23:59 on the closing date, and no applications received after this time will be considered.
For technical support with the e-recruitment system, contact us via email at recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za during office hours:
Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
Friday: 08:00 – 16:00 (Note: Technical support is limited to system issues only; CVs should not be emailed to this address.)
Alternatively, hand-deliver your application to one of the designated centers:
Nelson Mandela District: 2nd Floor- 66 Corporate Place, Ring Road, Greenacres, Newton Park, Gqeberha
Other Regional Offices: Refer to the contact numbers and delivery addresses in the job posting above.
For inquiries regarding the position, please contact: Mr. V. Ketelo – Tel: 041 584 0650
Important Notes:
Applications must be submitted on a fully completed Z83 form (available at any Public Service Department or online at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents) and accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Applicants submitting applications via the e-recruitment system are not required to sign the Z83 form at this stage, as unsigned forms will be accepted and signed during the interview process.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA evaluation certificate.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date, please assume your application was unsuccessful.
Successful candidates will be subject to personnel suitability checks, including criminal record checks, citizenship verification, and qualification/study verification.
The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Employment Equity Targets: People with disabilities and those from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.
Bayworld Museum is committed to marine conservation and education. If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of marine creatures and supporting conservation efforts, this position could be your chance to contribute. Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team working in the heart of Gqeberha!
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