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
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Control and manage blood product stock levels.
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Ensure accurate issuing and receiving of blood products.
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Monitor inventory to prevent shortages or wastage.
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Maintain accurate records and data entries.
2. Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
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Perform routine checks and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
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Ensure proper storage conditions for blood products.
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Maintain cleanliness and compliance within laboratory areas.
3. Quality Compliance
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Adhere strictly to SOP specifications.
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Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
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Maintain accurate documentation for audits and quality checks.
4. General Functions
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Complete assigned tasks within specified timeframes.
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Assist with administrative and operational duties as required.
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Support team objectives and contribute to service excellence.
Competencies Required
Cognitive Competencies
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Analytical thinking and attention to detail
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Problem-solving ability
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Planning, organising, and monitoring
Personal Competencies
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Ethical behaviour
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Assertiveness
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Flexibility and adaptability
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Strong work drive and commitment
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Personal development mindset
Interpersonal Competencies
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Customer service orientation
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Relationship building
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Effective communication
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Teamwork
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Conflict management
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Knowledge sharing
Professional & Technical Competencies
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Systems competence
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Laboratory skills
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Technical competence
Principles of Excellence
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Customer service orientation
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Ethical behaviour
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Excellence orientation
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Engaging diversity
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Teamwork
Special Requirements
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Overtime when required
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Shift and weekend duties
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Local and national travel
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Physically healthy with reasonable endurance and mobility
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Detail-conscious
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Good eyesight
Minimum Requirements
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Matric (Grade 12)
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Mathematics and one Science subject