Cold-Chain Pharmaceutical Courier – Pretoria

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Specialized Pharmaceutical Courier to manage the secure, timely delivery of sensitive medical products within Pretoria and surrounding areas. You must maintain strict temperature control, chain of custody, and regulatory compliance throughout each shipment.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to operate refrigerated vehicles with precise temperature monitoring, and accurate record-keeping from collection to final delivery.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license (Code 10 or equivalent) and a clean driving record.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or medical logistics is advantageous.
• Understanding of temperature-controlled transport and cold chain logistics.
• Familiarity with Pretoria's road network and efficient routing.
• Ability to meticulously follow instructions and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strong sense of responsibility and reliability.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and comply with security protocols.
• Knowledge of GDP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Transport and deliver pharmaceutical products, maintaining temperature integrity.
• Operate specialized refrigerated vehicles and monitor temperature equipment.
• Follow all policies on handling, storage and transport of pharmaceuticals.
• Maintain records including proof of delivery and temperature logs.
• Ensure chain of custody from origin to destination within Pretoria.
• Conduct routine vehicle and system checks for safe operation.
• Communicate with dispatch, clients and healthcare facilities to confirm details.
• Adhere to traffic laws and safe driving practices.
• Report incidents, damages or excursions promptly to management.
• Develop efficient routes to ensure timely service within Pretoria and Gauteng.

Skills

Temperature-controlled transport

Courier / delivery experience

GDP knowledge (Good Distribution Pract

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Safe driving

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Specialized Pharmaceutical Courier to manage the secure, timely delivery of sensitive medical products within Pretoria and surrounding areas. You must maintain strict temperature control, chain of custody, and regulatory compliance throughout each shipment.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to operate refrigerated vehicles with precise temperature monitoring, and accurate record-keeping from collection to final delivery.