Delivery Driver - Express Services

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

On-the-job training

Growing logistics provider

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking a reliable Delivery Driver for our express services team in Tembisa. You will be the face of the company, delivering packages and documents on time with a professional demeanor. The role requires strong route planning in the local transport network and adaptability.

This position offers a competitive monthly salary, on-the-job training, and the chance to grow with a growing logistics provider. Excellent communication and punctuality are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license (Code 08 or higher) required.
• Previous delivery driver experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Tembisa and surrounding areas preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry packages of varying weights.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily delivery schedules with precision.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles and handle items securely.
• Verify deliveries and obtain signatures or confirmations.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and basic upkeep.
• Report issues to dispatch promptly.
• Follow routes and obey traffic laws and safety regulations.

Skills

Valid driver license

Delivery experience

Area knowledge: Tembisa

Weight handling

Customer service

Reliability & punctuality

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable and efficient Delivery Driver to join their express services team in Tembisa. This role is integral to ensuring prompt delivery of packages and documents, contributing directly to customer satisfaction. You will be the face of the company for many clients, requiring a professional demeanor and a commitment to timely service. Operating within the vibrant Gauteng area, this position offers a dynamic work environment where no two days are exactly the same, requiring adaptability and excellent route planning skills to navigate the local transport network effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute daily delivery schedules with precision, ensuring all assigned packages reach their destinations on time.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles, ensuring the safe handling and security of all items.
• Verify delivery details and obtain necessary signatures or confirmations upon completion of deliveries.
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic upkeep of the assigned delivery vehicle.
• Report any delivery issues, vehicle problems, or customer feedback to the dispatch team immediately.
• Follow designated routes and adhere strictly to all traffic laws and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license (e.g., Code 08 or higher).
• Previous experience in a delivery driver or similar role.
• Good knowledge of the Tembisa and surrounding areas.
• Ability to lift and carry packages of varying weights.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Potential for performance-based incentives.
• On-the-job training for route optimization and customer interaction.
• Opportunity to work with a growing logistics provider.
• A supportive team environment focused on efficient operations.