Delivery Van Driver - Retail Chain

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time employment

Delivery van provided

Overtime possible

Friendly team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a dependable Delivery Van Driver to support its retail operations. You will operate a company van, deliver merchandise to stores and customers, and keep schedules.

Ideal candidate is punctual, reliable, and familiar with Gauteng roads, especially Soweto. This is a full-time role with potential overtime and a friendly, supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Code 8 driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Previous delivery driver experience, preferably in retail or distribution.
• Familiarity with Soweto and greater Gauteng roads.
• Good physical condition to lift and move goods.
• Strong sense of responsibility and reliability.
• Basic communication skills for store staff and customers.

Responsibilities

• Transport merchandise and goods to designated retail stores and customer addresses in and around Soweto.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles, ensuring the security and integrity of all items.
• Follow established delivery routes and time schedules to meet operational demands.
• Verify order details upon delivery and obtain required customer signatures.
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic upkeep of the delivery van.
• Report any delivery issues, vehicle problems, or customer feedback promptly.

Skills

Punctual

Customer-service oriented

Road knowledge - Soweto/Gauteng

Tools

Delivery van operation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dependable Delivery Van Driver to support their retail operations in Soweto . This role is crucial for ensuring that merchandise is delivered efficiently to various store locations and customer premises. You will be responsible for the safe operation of a delivery van, handling goods with care, and maintaining delivery schedules. The ideal candidate is punctual, customer-service oriented, and possesses a good knowledge of the Gauteng road network, particularly within the Soweto area, contributing to the seamless functioning of the retail chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport merchandise and goods to designated retail stores and customer addresses in and around Soweto .
• Load and unload delivery vehicles, ensuring the security and integrity of all items.
• Follow established delivery routes and time schedules to meet operational demands.
• Verify order details upon delivery and obtain required customer signatures.
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic upkeep of the delivery van.
• Report any delivery issues, vehicle problems, or customer feedback promptly.

Requirements

• Valid Code 8 driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience as a delivery driver , preferably for a retail or distribution company.
• Familiarity with the roads and logistics within Soweto and the greater Gauteng region.
• Good physical condition to handle lifting and moving of goods.
• Strong sense of responsibility and reliability.
• Basic communication skills for interacting with store staff and customers.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Full-time employment with a stable retail company.
• Company-provided delivery van.
• Potential for overtime work.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.