Delivery Assistant - Goods Handling

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a physically fit Delivery Assistant in Polokwane to support drivers with loading and unloading, handling goods, and ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently for customer satisfaction. You will work as part of a hands-on team, following safety procedures and keeping cargo areas clean and organized.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and timely problem solving, offering hands-on experience in logistics and a competitive salary in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Physical fitness and ability to lift and carry heavy items regularly.
• Experience in warehousing, logistics, or a delivery assistant role is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a delivery team.
• Good communication skills and willingness to follow instructions.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Familiarity with goods handling best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery drivers with loading/unloading of goods from vehicles.
• Ensure items are handled carefully to prevent damage during transit.
• Verify delivery manifests and assist in confirming delivery accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and organized cargo area within the delivery vehicle.
• Provide support to drivers in navigating routes and ensuring timely deliveries.
• Adhere to all safety procedures during loading, unloading, and transit.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Goods handling

Job description

Our client is seeking a physically fit and reliable Delivery Assistant to support their delivery drivers in Polokwane . You will be responsible for assisting with the loading, unloading, and safe handling of goods during delivery operations. This role requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. You will play a vital role in ensuring that deliveries are completed efficiently and that customer satisfaction is maintained, working in a hands-on, active capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist delivery drivers with the loading and unloading of goods from vehicles.
• Ensure items are handled carefully to prevent damage during transit and delivery.
• Verify delivery manifests and assist in confirming delivery accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and organized cargo area within the delivery vehicle.
• Provide support to drivers in navigating routes and ensuring timely deliveries.
• Adhere to all safety procedures during loading, unloading, and transit.

Requirements

• Physical fitness and the ability to lift and carry heavy items regularly.
• Previous experience in warehousing, logistics, or a delivery assistant role is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a delivery team .
• Good communication skills and a willingness to follow instructions.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Familiarity with goods handling best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Opportunities to gain experience in the logistics sector.
• Team-oriented work environment.
• Provision of necessary safety equipment.
• Regular performance recognition for dedicated assistants.