Education: Grade 10 minimum (Grade 12 / Matric is highly preferred for cash-handling accuracy).
Language & Literacy: Clear verbal communication in English (and local regional languages) to interact safely with customers. Basic reading and writing are necessary for logbooks and shift handovers.
Numeracy: Solid basic arithmetic skills to handle cash, calculate change, and verify point-of-sale (POS) receipts.
Identification: Valid South African ID document or legally compliant work authorization.
Background: No criminal record (due to the high volume of cash, card transactions, and high-value stock).
2. Key Responsibilities
Forecourt Service & Sales
Greeting customers politely and establishing their fuel requirements (e.g., Petrol vs. Diesel, ULP 93 vs. 95, amount).
Safely operating fuel dispensers (pumps) and dispensing the correct type and amount of fuel.
Providing standard value-added vehicle checks: cleaning windscreens, checking engine oil/water/coolant levels, and adjusting tire pressure.
Promoting promotional shop items, premium lubricants, or station loyalty programs.
Transaction Handling
Processing payments accurately via cash, debit/credit cards, and fleet cards.
Operating wireless speedpoint/POS terminals correctly.
Issuing correct change and tax receipts for every transaction.
Reconciling cash drawer/pouch balances at the end of each shift.
Health, Safety & Housekeeping
Adhering strictly to standard safety protocols (e.g., ensuring engines are turned off, no smoking or open flames, managing static electricity risks).
Safely handling minor fuel spillages using proper containment procedures (sand/absorbent drop bins).
Maintaining a spotless forecourt environment, including wiping down pump islands, cleaning drip trays, and emptying bins.
Monitoring fuel and oil stock levels and reporting any equipment faults or leakages to the shift supervisor immediately.
Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, and bend for long hours on the hard forecourt surface, frequently exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
Shift Flexibility: Willingness to work structured shifts, including rotating night shifts, weekends, and public holidays (as fuel stations operate 24/7).
Trustworthy, reliable, well-groomed, and resilient when handling high-pressure peak hours or difficult customers.

Pay: R45,79 per hour

Work Location: In person

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