Delivery Van Assistant: Safe, On-Time Customer Deliveries

Greys Recruitment; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Pension fund

Competitive salary

Job summary

Greys Recruitment is seeking a Delivery and Logistics Assistant to support daily operations in Polokwane. The role involves assisting drivers, managing in-transit inventory, and ensuring accurate logistics documentation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn the intricacies of logistics and transportation.

This position offers hands-on experience in a vital sector with opportunities for growth within the logistics team and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in deliveries, warehousing, logistics, or general labour advantageous.
• Good communication skills.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move goods.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or public holidays when operationally required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the driver with loading and offloading goods from the delivery vehicle.
• Ensure goods are handled carefully to prevent damage during loading, transportation, and delivery.
• Check goods against delivery notes, invoices, or picking documents.
• Assist with securing goods safely inside the vehicle.
• Accompany the driver on delivery and collection routes.
• Assist with deliveries to customers, stores, branches, or other designated locations.
• Obtain customer signatures or proof of delivery where required.
• Report damaged, missing, or incorrect goods to the driver or supervisor.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of the delivery vehicle.
• Assist with vehicle checks and report any defects or safety concerns.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.
• Maintain professional and courteous relationships with customers.
• Assist with navigating delivery routes and locating delivery addresses.
• Ensure delivery documentation is returned and submitted correctly.
• Perform general duties related to transport, logistics, and warehouse operations as required.

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliable punctuality

Physically fit

Teamwork

Follow safety procedures

Willingness to overtime

Delivery/logistics experience

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

• Previous experience in deliveries, warehousing, logistics, or general labour will be advantageous.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move goods.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or public holidays when operationally required.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in deliveries, warehousing, logistics, or general labour will be advantageous.
• Good communication skills.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move goods.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Good customer-service skills.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or public holidays when operationally required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the driver with loading and offloading goods from the delivery vehicle.
• Ensure goods are handled carefully to prevent damage during loading, transportation, and delivery.
• Check goods against delivery notes, invoices, or picking documents.
• Assist with securing goods safely inside the vehicle.
• Accompany the driver on delivery and collection routes.
• Assist with deliveries to customers, stores, branches, or other designated locations.
• Obtain customer signatures or proof of delivery where required.
• Report damaged, missing, or incorrect goods to the driver or supervisor.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of the delivery vehicle.
• Assist with vehicle checks and report any defects or safety concerns.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.
• Maintain professional and courteous relationships with customers.
• Assist with navigating delivery routes and locating delivery addresses.
• Ensure delivery documentation is returned and submitted correctly.
• Perform general duties related to transport, logistics, and warehouse operations as required.

Our client is looking for an energetic and organized Delivery and Logistics Assistant to support their operations in Polokwane . This role is crucial for the smooth running of daily deliveries, assisting drivers, managing inventory in transit, and ensuring all logistical documentation is accurate. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn the intricacies of logistics and transportation. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a vital sector, contributing directly to customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist delivery drivers with loading and unloading of goods, ensuring items are handled carefully.
• Verify shipment contents against delivery manifests and report any discrepancies.
• Maintain delivery records and update tracking information accurately in the system.
• Perform basic vehicle checks on delivery vans before and after routes.
• Communicate with customers to confirm delivery times and address minor queries.
• Organize and maintain the dispatch area, ensuring a clean and efficient workspace.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license (Code 08 or higher).
• Previous experience in a delivery , warehouse, or logistics support role is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of inventory management and dispatch procedures .
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 15kg.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• On-the-job training and skill development.
• Opportunities for advancement within the logistics team.
• Positive and supportive work environment.
• Contribution to a company pension fund.