Inventory Technician: sanbs_003169 (Bloemfontein)
- Job Title: Inventory Technician
- Listing Reference: sanbs_003169
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Industry: Health & Fitness
- Job Category: Health, Fitness, Medical and Optometry
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Business Unit: Bloemfontein
- Remuneration: R 293,514.00 per annum
- Employment Equity: No
- Application Closing Date: 27 February 2026
Job Overview
The Inventory Technician is responsible for the control, management, and supply of blood products to blood banks. The role ensures that inventory operations run efficiently while maintaining strict quality and safety standards. The incumbent plays a key role in supporting service delivery to both internal and external customers by ensuring blood products are available, properly stored, and distributed according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
This position requires strong attention to detail, laboratory competence, systems knowledge, and the ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.
Key Performance Areas
1. Inventory Operational Objectives
Control and manage blood product stock levels.
Ensure accurate issuing and receiving of blood products.
Monitor inventory to prevent shortages or wastage.
Maintain accurate records and data entries.
2. Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
Perform routine checks and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Ensure proper storage conditions for blood products.
Maintain cleanliness and compliance within laboratory areas.
3. Quality Compliance
Adhere strictly to SOP specifications.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
Maintain accurate documentation for audits and quality checks.
4. General Functions
Complete assigned tasks within specified timeframes.
Assist with administrative and operational duties as required.
Support team objectives and contribute to service excellence.
Competencies Required
Cognitive Competencies
Analytical thinking and attention to detail
Problem-solving ability
Planning, organising, and monitoring
Personal Competencies
Ethical behaviour
Assertiveness
Flexibility and adaptability
Strong work drive and commitment
Personal development mindset
Interpersonal Competencies
Customer service orientation
Relationship building
Effective communication
Teamwork
Conflict management
Knowledge sharing
Professional & Technical Competencies
Systems competence
Laboratory skills
Technical competence
Principles of Excellence
Customer service orientation
Ethical behaviour
Excellence orientation
Engaging diversity
Teamwork
Special Requirements
Overtime when required
Shift and weekend duties
Local and national travel
Physically healthy with reasonable endurance and mobility
Detail-conscious
Good eyesight
Minimum Requirements
Matric (Grade 12)
Mathematics and one Science subject