Specialized Courier Driver (Wine Logistics)

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses based on performance

Flexible working hours

Opportunity in prestigious wine market

Specialized handling equipment

Contractor role

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a meticulous Specialized Courier Driver to transport premium wines and related products across the Paarl region and beyond. This role requires careful handling, strict temperature control, and reliable, discreet service for high-value cargo.

You will plan efficient routes in the Cape Winelands, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely deliveries to wineries, distributors, and select clients, upholding the company’s reputation for excellence.

Qualifications

• Valid Code 10 (C1) driver's license with PrDP required.
• Experience in courier services or logistics preferred.
• Knowledge of Cape Winelands road network advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and careful handling essential.
• Reliable and punctual with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Safely and securely transport high-value wine and spirits, ensuring product integrity.
• Operate temperature-controlled vehicles as required, monitoring conditions throughout the journey.
• Plan efficient routes within Paarl and surrounding wine regions, optimizing delivery schedules.
• Maintain detailed records of pickups, deliveries, and incidents for client billing and tracking.
• Provide a highly professional and discreet service to discerning clientele.

Skills

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Discretion

Reliable service

Tools

Code 10 (C1) driver's license with PrDP

Job description

Our client seeks a meticulous and professional Specialized Courier Driver to handle the delicate transport of premium wines and related products throughout the Paarl, Western Cape region and beyond. This unique role requires extreme care in handling, a good understanding of temperature-controlled transport, and the ability to navigate challenging routes efficiently. You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and timely delivery of high-value goods to wineries, distributors, and select clients. The ideal candidate is reliable, discreet, and takes immense pride in safeguarding sensitive cargo, contributing to our client's reputation for excellence in specialized logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and securely transport high-value wine and spirits, ensuring product integrity.
• Operate temperature-controlled vehicles as required, monitoring conditions throughout the journey.
• Plan efficient routes within the Paarl and surrounding wine regions , optimizing delivery schedules.
• Maintain detailed records of pickups, deliveries, and any incidents, ensuring accuracy for client billing and tracking.
• Provide a highly professional and discreet service to our discerning clientele.

Requirements

• Valid Code 10 (C1) driver's license with a valid PrDP.
• Previous experience in courier services or logistics, with a preference for experience with fragile or high-value goods.
• Knowledge of the Cape Winelands road network and logistics.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to careful handling.
• Reliable and punctual with strong time management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate with potential for bonuses based on performance.
• Flexible working hours suitable for a contractor role.
• Opportunity to work within the prestigious wine industry.
• Provision of specialized handling equipment.
• Direct impact on client satisfaction for premium brands.