Delivery Driver

MCE Electric; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in South Africa is seeking a dedicated and experienced Delivery Driver to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods. Responsibilities include adhering to scheduled routes, providing excellent customer service, and performing vehicle maintenance. Candidates must have a Grade 12 Certificate, a valid driver’s and PDP license, and a minimum of two years’ delivery driving experience. This role demands strong time management, communication skills, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Valid PDP license.
• Minimum two years of delivery driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time delivery of goods to customers while adhering to scheduled routes.
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing any concerns during deliveries.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of the delivery vehicle.
• Accurately complete all required delivery paperwork.
• Follow traffic and safety regulations for safe driving.
• Assist with loading and unloading goods as needed.
• Work closely with stock control and warehouse staff.

Skills

Time Management

Communication

Problem-Solving

Route Planning

Multi-Tasking

Strength and Stamina

Adaptability

Reliability

Risk Management

Education

Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Delivery Driver to join our logistics team. As a Delivery Driver, you will be the face of our company, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of goods to our valued customers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Timely Deliveries: Ensure on-time delivery of goods to customers while adhering to the scheduled routes.
2. Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service, addressing any concerns or questions during deliveries.
3. Vehicle Maintenance: Perform routine inspections and maintenance of the delivery vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition.
4. Documentation: Accurately complete all required delivery paperwork and electronic documentation.
5. Safety Compliance: Follow all traffic and safety regulations to ensure safe driving practices.
6. Load and Unload: Assist with loading and unloading goods as needed, ensuring products are handled with care.
7. Team Collaboration: Work closely with stock control and other warehouse staff to meet daily operational goals.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Time Management: Strong time management skills to ensure timely deliveries while adhering to the schedule.
• Communication: Excellent verbal communication skills to interact professionally with customers and address their concerns effectively.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to handle unexpected issues such as delivery obstacles or customer complaints calmly and efficiently.
• Route Planning: Proficient in using GPS systems and other navigation tools to determine the most efficient routes.
• Multi-Tasking: Ability to manage multiple deliveries and prioritise tasks effectively to maintain efficiency.
• Strength and Stamina: Capable of lifting heavy packages and frequently driving long hours.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules, routes, delivery demands and weather conditions.
• Reliability: Dependable and punctual, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to the job.
• Risk Management: Ability to identify potential hazards on the road and take proactive measures to mitigate risks.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Valid PDP license.
• Minimum two years of delivery driving experience.