General Worker Opportunity at Triton Express

Triton Express, a prominent member of the Plennegy Group, has been providing comprehensive road freight logistics across Southern Africa since 1987. The company is built on core principles of performance, integrity, innovation, and leadership, consistently delivering superior road freight solutions. Operating from its busy depot in Port Elizabeth, Triton Express is seeking a dependable and energetic General Worker to support everyday freight handling operations.

In this operational role, you will be an integral part of the warehouse and freight distribution team. Your contribution ensures that customer shipments move through the hub smoothly, safely, and without unnecessary delays. Candidates should be physically capable, detail-oriented, and committed to upholding the highest standards of depot safety, efficiency, and cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Load and offload freight cargo efficiently from linehaul long-distance trailers.
• Assist drivers and depot staff with the loading and offloading of local distribution delivery vehicles.
• Maintain depot hygiene and standard operating procedures by carrying out continuous general housekeeping.
• Ensure that all packages and cargo are handled with care to prevent parcel damage and stock losses.
• Adhere strictly to occupational health and safety protocols across the warehouse floor.
• Support operational team leads with sorting, staging, and preparing cargo for route dispatches.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

• Strong personal work ethic, displaying high levels of integrity and reliability.
• Clear verbal communication skills in English to liaise effectively with dispatchers and peers.
• Ability to perform manual tasks under pressure while maintaining depot productivity benchmarks.
• Capacity to work independently without constant direct supervision.
• Flexibility to work overtime and extended shifts when customer delivery demands surge.
• Professional bearing and presentable demeanor representing the company brand appropriately.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Working in a fast-paced linehaul logistics hub offers valuable first-hand insight into supply chain, transport, and freight distribution management. General Workers gain practical exposure to warehouse management systems, freight handling safety, and fleet turnarounds. Demonstrating consistency, reliability, and leadership can pave the way toward advanced logistics roles such as forklift operator, freight checker, or warehouse supervisor.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for an entry-level general worker role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R4,500 – R7,500 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications online through the Plennegy career portal. Ensure your CV is up to date and that you have reliable daily transport to and from the Port Elizabeth depot before submitting your application.

• Grade 12 minimum (Matric Certificate).
• Ability to communicate clearly in English.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and without supervision.
• Flexibility and willingness to work overtime as required by client logistics demands.
• High degree of integrity and reliability.
• Presentable appearance and reliable transport to and from work in Port Elizabeth.