The Building Company - Careers South Africa

Matric Jobs Plug! Twenty Eight (28) General Assistant Jobs at The Building Company

Job Description

Provide customers with orders

Assist with loading and offloading of Vehicles

Pack yard stock items

Cleaning and Safekeeping of vehicles

Provide assistance to customers and suppliers

Complete Wash Bay activities

Customer Service

To uphold and promote the company values and culture

About The Building Company South Africa

The Building Company is a leading Southern African group operating in the retail and wholesale of building materials and hardware. Employing over 6,000 staff, it supplies commercial, industrial, and residential construction markets across South Africa and Namibia through its three main divisions: Retail, Wholesale, and Specialised Divisions.

The group’s footprint operates through over 180 stores and services everyone from DIY home improvers and contractors to large-scale developers. Its well-known brand portfolio includes:

Retail Powerhouses: BUCO, which offers over 107,000 building materials, and Timbercity, a specialist in board, timber, and hardware.

Specialised Brands: Includes names like Tiletoria and B-ONE.

Wholesale Divisions: Comprises Citiwood and Brands4Africa.

The company is headquartered in Cape Town and remains a major employer that frequently rolls out community-focused initiatives and youth training programs.

Location: Kempton Park

Job Reference Number: 601590772201
Department: BUCO
Business Unit:
Industry: Retail
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

REMEMBER TO CHECK: Ten (10) South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) 24 Month Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme Under the Small Vessel Regime – R10 000 Stipend

To participate in a structured Wholesale & Retail learnership programme that integrates classroom-based learning with practical in-store/workplace experience, leading to a nationally recognised qualification on the NQF framework.

Job Description: The Building Company Wholesale & Retail Learnership Programme

Attend all theoretical training sessions facilitated by the training provider
Complete assessments, assignments, and Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) in line with W&RSETA requirements
Perform workplace duties related to retail operations, including:
- Assisting customers and delivering basic customer service
- Merchandising and replenishing stock
- Supporting point-of-sale (POS) operations (where applicable)
- Maintaining store cleanliness and housekeeping standards
Follow company policies, procedures, and standard operating practices
Comply with health and safety requirements in the workplace
Maintain accurate logbook entries and track workplace experience
Demonstrate professional behaviour, punctuality, and consistent attendance
Engage with supervisors, mentors, and facilitators to support learning progress

Job Requirements

Unemployed and eligible for a W&RSETA learnership
Minimum qualification: Grade 12
Basic numeracy and literacy skills
South African citizen (as per funding requirements)
Clear criminal record
Willingness to work retail hours (including weekends/public holidays where applicable)
Must not have completed an unemployed learnership before

About The Building Company South Africa

The Building Company (TBCo) is a prominent Southern African group specializing in building materials and hardware, operating across South Africa and Namibia. With over 6,000 employees, it serves retail, wholesale, and specialized markets. Key brands include BUCO, which provides roofing trusses and hardware.

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