Woolworths Customer Assistant: Tills LPE โ Hilton, Pietermaritzburg | Grade 12 | Part-Time Job | Apply by 9 October 2026
Woolworths is looking for a Customer Assistant: Tills (Limited Period Employment) to join its team in Hilton, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
This is a part-time opportunity for applicants with Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF-level qualification. Previous retail or customer service experience is preferred, but it is not mandatory, making this a good opportunity for candidates looking to gain retail experience.
Applications close on 9 October 2026.
Job Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Woolworths |
| Position | Customer Assistant: Tills LPE |
| Reference Number | WWL261002-19 |
| Employment Type | Part Time / Limited Period Employment |
| Business Unit | People |
| Location | Hilton โ Pietermaritzburg |
| Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Minimum Qualification | Grade 12 / National Certificate |
| Experience | Previous retail/customer service experience preferred, not mandatory |
| Closing Date | 9 October 2026 |
About the Woolworths Customer Assistant: Tills Position
As a Customer Assistant: Tills, you will be one of the team members customers interact with when completing their shopping.
The role involves welcoming customers, accurately processing till transactions, assisting with Woolworths services and loyalty programmes, and maintaining a clean and organised till environment.
Because this is Limited Period Employment (LPE), applicants should note that the opportunity is for a limited employment period rather than a permanent appointment.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF-level qualification.
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good attention to detail and the ability to process transactions accurately.
- Basic selling skills and product/service knowledge.
- A friendly and professional approach to customers.
- Honesty, reliability and good self-discipline.
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure.
- Good time-management and organisational abilities.
- Flexibility and availability to work different shifts as required.
Previous retail or customer service experience is preferred but is not mandatory.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Welcome customers and provide friendly service at the tills.
- Process customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handle different payment methods according to company procedures.
- Promote Woolworths loyalty programmes and other available services.
- Assist with services such as utility bill payments and airtime sales.
- Keep the till area clean, safe and organised.
- Check pricing and help resolve discrepancies.
- Follow loss-prevention procedures to help minimise shrinkage.
- Report suspicious activity or irregularities appropriately.
- Develop sufficient product knowledge to assist customers.
- Support promotions and special store campaigns.
- Remain efficient and professional during busy periods.
- Follow Woolworths policies relating to attendance, punctuality, dress code and hygiene.
- Attend relevant team meetings and contribute positively to the store team.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Woolworths is looking for candidates who are customer-focused, friendly, reliable and accurate.
Good communication is particularly important because you will interact with customers throughout your shifts. You should also be comfortable working with numbers, processing transactions and maintaining accuracy during busy periods.
Application Process:
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