Macsteel General Assistant Jobs 2026

Macsteel is recruiting General Assistants for its operations in Brakpan and Elandsfontein, Gauteng. The available positions are full-time roles within the company’s Warehouse and Production departments.

There are 6 positions available across five vacancies, with opportunities in the Fluid Control and Roofing/Harvey divisions.

Candidates with Grade 12 or relevant work experience are encouraged to apply, depending on the position.

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Job Opportunities Available

Total: 6 positions

1. General Assistant – Warehouse

Reference: MCS260910-2
Job Number: 80101162
Location: Mac City – Elandsfontein, Gauteng
Business Unit: Fluid Control
Department: Warehouse
Job Type: Full-time
Job Grade: H
Closing Date: 17 September 2026

What You Need to Succeed

Applicants must have:

• A minimum of Matric, or 2 years' proven work experience with acceptable numeracy and literacy levels.
• Numeracy and literacy will be tested.
• Knowledge of Macsteel products is advantageous.
• Ability to understand and learn new products.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Willingness to undergo training.
• Ability to multitask.
• Willingness to work overtime or flexible shifts when required.

What You Will Do

The successful candidate will assist with:

• Picking and packing stock/material into the correct locations.
• Assisting the crane driver with slinging and packing material.
• Packing material for delivery.
• Loading and off-loading vehicles.
• Stocktaking.
• Labelling the correct bundles for material identification.
• General housekeeping.
• Ad hoc warehouse functions.
• Following company policies, procedures and work standards.
• Wearing the correct PPE.
• Performing reasonable and lawful tasks as instructed.

2. General Assistant – Warehouse

Reference: MCS260910-1
Job Number: 80101542
Location: Mac City – Elandsfontein, Gauteng
Business Unit: Fluid Control
Department: Warehouse
Job Type: Full-time
Job Grade: H
Closing Date: 17 September 2026

The requirements and duties are substantially the same as the other Elandsfontein General Assistant position.

Additional Requirement

Applicants must be prepared to work night shifts when required.

Main Duties

Responsibilities include:

• Picking and packing stock/material.
• Loading and off-loading vehicles.
• Assisting with material preparation and delivery.
• Assisting with stocktakes.
• Supporting crane-related material handling.
• Correctly labelling bundles.
• Maintaining warehouse housekeeping.
• Following company procedures and safety standards.
• Wearing appropriate PPE.
• Working outside normal hours when required.

3. General Assistant – Pressing Department

Reference: MCS260907-7
Location: Brakpan, Gauteng
Business Unit: Roofing
Division: Harvey
Department: Production
Positions: 2
Job Type: Full-time
Job Grade: H
Closing Date: 12 September 2026

This position provides hands-on support to pressing-related production activities, including assisting machine operators, preparing materials and maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

What You Need to Succeed

• Minimum NQF Level 4–5 / Grade 12+ or Higher Certificate.
• Knowledge of material grades and steel products is advantageous.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Manufacturing or production experience is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and overtime.

What You Will Do

Duties include:

• Loading and off-loading products on production lines.
• Identifying non-conforming products.
• Monitoring production processes.
• Checking product quality and reporting non-conformances.
• Moving raw materials, profiles and finished products.
• Stacking products according to the layout plan.
• Moving containers to designated locations.
• Recording production, downtime and wastage.
• Assisting with warehouse and production duties.
• Safe storage of materials.
• Conducting routine safety inspections.
• Reporting unsafe conditions and maintenance requirements.
• Pulling and picking materials.
• Strapping material.
• Sweeping and maintaining housekeeping standards.

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4. General Assistant – Paint Mixing Department

Reference: MCS260907-6
Location: Brakpan, Gauteng
Business Unit: Roofing
Division: Harvey
Department: Production
Positions: 1
Job Type: Full-time
Job Grade: H
Closing Date: 12 September 2026

What You Need to Succeed

• Minimum NQF Level 4–5 / Grade 12+ or Higher Certificate.
• Knowledge of material grades and steel products is advantageous.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Forklift licence is advantageous.
• Manufacturing or production experience is advantageous.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and overtime.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.

What You Will Do

The successful candidate will:

• Perform general duties supporting the paint department.
• Assist with equipment setup and operation.
• Maintain cleanliness and order.
• Follow housekeeping standards.
• Conduct routine safety inspections.
• Report unsafe acts and conditions.
• Handle and store hazardous materials safely according to procedures.
• Monitor product quality.
• Report non-conformances.
• Stack products according to the layout plan.
• Move containers to required locations.
• Record production, downtime and wastage.
• Report faults, defects and equipment issues.
• Assist other departments when required.
• Follow company policies and procedures.

5. General Assistant – Coating Department

Reference: MCS260907-5
Location: Brakpan, Gauteng
Business Unit: Roofing
Division: Harvey
Department: Production
Positions: 1
Job Type: Full-time
Job Grade: H
Closing Date: 12 September 2026

What You Need to Succeed

• Minimum NQF Level 4–5 / Grade 12+ or Higher Certificate.
• Knowledge of material grades and steel products is advantageous.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Manufacturing or production experience is advantageous.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and overtime.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.

What You Will Do

Duties include:

• Loading and off-loading products on production lines.
• Identifying non-conforming products.
• Monitoring production processes.
• Checking quality and reporting non-conformances.
• Moving raw materials, profiles and finished products.
• Stacking products according to the layout plan.
• Moving full and empty containers.
• Recording production, downtime and wastage.
• Maintaining housekeeping, health and safety standards.
• Assisting with warehouse and production duties.
• Safely storing materials.
• Conducting routine safety inspections.
• Reporting unsafe acts, conditions and maintenance requirements.
• Pulling and picking material.
• Strapping material.
• Sweeping and general housekeeping.

Salary

Salary information is not specified in the vacancy details provided by Macsteel. Applicants should refer to the official vacancy information for any remuneration details provided during the recruitment process.

Important Information

Macsteel states that its recruitment practices are designed to be fair, consistent and compliant with applicable employment laws. The company also notes that internal applicants will be considered before external applicants.

Applicants should carefully select the correct vacancy and reference number when applying.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted through the Macsteel careers portal.

Apply for Macsteel Jobs

Search for the relevant General Assistant vacancy and follow the online application instructions.

Important Closing Dates

• Brakpan positions: 12 September 2026
• Elandsfontein positions: 17 September 2026

Apply before the relevant closing date.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many General Assistant positions are available?

There are 6 positions across five General Assistant vacancies.

2. Where are the jobs located?

The positions are in Elandsfontein and Brakpan, Gauteng.

3. Is Grade 12 required?

For the Brakpan production positions, Grade 12+ / NQF Level 4–5 or a Higher Certificate is required. The Elandsfontein warehouse positions accept Matric or 2 years' proven work experience with acceptable numeracy and literacy levels.

4. Is previous experience required?

Experience in manufacturing or production is listed as advantageous for the Brakpan positions. For the Elandsfontein warehouse vacancies, applicants can qualify with either Matric or 2 years' proven work experience, subject to the stated requirements.

5. When do applications close?

The Brakpan vacancies close on 12 September 2026, while the Elandsfontein vacancies close on 17 September 2026.

6. Is this a full-time job?

Yes. All five advertised vacancies are listed as Full Time positions.

iYouth Application Tips

• Choose the correct General Assistant vacancy and reference number.
• Make sure your CV clearly shows your education and any relevant warehouse, manufacturing or production experience.
• For production positions, highlight your ability to work shifts, weekends and overtime.
• Check your application carefully before submitting.

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