General worker CV · Free South African guide
A CV for general worker jobs.
Use the same clear South African CV layout, and focus on the details employers in this field check first. All examples are fictional.
- What employers in this field check
- Example bullet points
- Editable layouts in the toolkit
- Free excerpt to download


What to include
- Contact number you answer
- Physical work you've done: packing, cleaning, loading, building
- Reliability: shifts, attendance
- Safety training
- References from supervisors
Example bullet points
- Loaded and offloaded delivery trucks safely each shift.
- Kept the warehouse floor clean and clear of hazards.
- Worked rotating shifts, including weekends, with good attendance.
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