Assistant Driver

Maneshez solutions services; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Johannesburg is seeking a highly efficient driver helper to support delivery operations. You will assist drivers with loading and unloading products, maintain communication with clients, and ensure adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and be able to efficiently manage delivery records. This role is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Ability to load and unload products effectively.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with clients and customers.
• Familiarity with safety practices during deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading company products.
• Assisting drivers to find delivery locations.
• Compiling accurate delivery records and reports.
• Reporting delivery-related problems to senior staff.
• Effectively communicating with clients to resolve complaints.

Job description

Overview

We are looking to hire a highly efficient driver helper to assist company drivers with all deliveries. The driver helper’s responsibilities include loading and unloading products by hand or by use of hand trucks, collecting all rejected products upon approval by customer service, and ensuring that the delivery vehicle is clean at all times. You should also be able to build and maintain solid inter-departmental relationships to ensure effective communication. To be successful as a driver helper, you should be able to follow all company safety practices. Ultimately, an exceptional driver helper will effectively engage with clients and customers to ensure that their expectations are met.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading company products.
• Assisting drivers to find delivery locations.
• Compiling accurate delivery records and reports.
• Reporting all delivery-related problems to senior staff.
• Effectively communicating with clients and customers to resolve complaints.
• Liaising with the main office or the warehouse logistics team to notify the driver of any changes to daily routes.
• Assisting with the unloading of the delivery vehicle at the end of each shift.
• Obtaining clients’ and customers’ signatures as an acknowledgment of having received the delivered products.
• Ensuring that all safety policies and procedures are adhered to.