Dedicated Courier Driver - Urgent Document & Parcel Delivery

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-maintained vehicles

Ongoing training

Flexible schedule

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng seeks a Dedicated Courier Driver to deliver urgent documents and parcels across the area. The role combines field duties with periodic admin tasks and route planning.

The successful candidate will maintain high standards of safety, accuracy, and customer service, while adapting to a hybrid work model with occasional remote work and office collaboration.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a PDP.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a courier or delivery driver.
• Clean driving record with no major infractions.
• Good knowledge of the road network in Vereeniging, Gauteng.
• Ability to use navigation apps and delivery management systems.
• Physically capable of handling packages up to 15 kg.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable with a hybrid work model balancing field operations with administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a courier vehicle to deliver and collect documents and parcels within the Vereeniging area and surrounding regions.
• Plan and optimize daily delivery routes for maximum efficiency.
• Ensure the security and integrity of all items transported.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients upon delivery and pick-up.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and obtain necessary signatures.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any maintenance or operational issues.
• Adhere strictly to all traffic laws and company safety protocols.
• Utilize GPS navigation tools and delivery management software effectively.
• Manage a flexible schedule that may include occasional evening or weekend work.
• Engage in administrative tasks such as route reconciliation and reporting, potentially remotely.

Skills

PDP holder

Courier experience

Clean driving record

Route planning

Navigation apps

Customer service

Time management

Team player

Independent worker

Hybrid work

Tools

GPS navigation

Delivery management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier courier and delivery service provider, is seeking a highly reliable and efficient Dedicated Courier Driver to join their dynamic team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This role is crucial for ensuring the timely and secure delivery of urgent documents and parcels to a diverse clientele. The ideal candidate will possess an excellent driving record, a strong sense of responsibility, and a customer-focused approach. While this role is primarily field-based, there will be a hybrid element involving administrative tasks and route planning that may occasionally require remote or office engagement. We are looking for a professional who can manage their time effectively and represent our client with integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a courier vehicle to deliver and collect documents and parcels within the Vereeniging area and surrounding regions.
• Plan and optimize daily delivery routes for maximum efficiency.
• Ensure the security and integrity of all items transported.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients upon delivery and pick-up.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and obtain necessary signatures.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any maintenance or operational issues.
• Adhere strictly to all traffic laws and company safety protocols.
• Utilize GPS navigation tools and delivery management software effectively.
• Manage a flexible schedule that may include occasional evening or weekend work.
• Engage in administrative tasks such as route reconciliation and reporting, potentially remotely.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a courier or delivery driver.
• Clean driving record with no major infractions.
• Good knowledge of the road network in Vereeniging, Gauteng.
• Ability to use navigation apps and delivery management systems.
• Physically capable of handling packages of various sizes and weights (up to 15kg).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable with a hybrid work model, balancing field operations with administrative duties.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive remuneration package, consistent work opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Drivers benefit from access to well-maintained vehicles and ongoing training in delivery best practices. This role in Vereeniging, Gauteng offers a blend of field and flexible work, ideal for experienced couriers seeking a stable and engaging role within the transportation sector.