Courier Driver

JD Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a reliable Courier Driver to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of packages to various locations, ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver's licence and PDP, along with at least 3 years of experience in a courier environment. Join this forward-thinking company and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in delivery services, where your contributions will make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s licence and PDP required.
• 3+ years’ experience as a driver in a Courier environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport packages to designated locations.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and provide customer service.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Fleet utilisation optimisation

Fleet maintenance/repair management

Fleet cost control

Communication

Customer service

Judgement and decision-making

Ability to work with little supervision

Education

Grade 12

Job description

We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Courier Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for safely and efficiently transporting packages and parcels to designated locations in a timely manner. The Courier Driver will also be responsible for maintaining accurate delivery records and providing exceptional customer service during all interactions.

Job Description

• Delivery to customers, stores, other Service Centres and drop-off points with full and correct documents and stock at all times
• Return of stock to the Service Centre for any deliveries not done, pick-ups and stock incorrectly loaded
• Accepting responsibility for stock, vehicle and equipment entrusted to his/her care
• Compliance to relevant safety policies and procedures
• Deals with customers in a customer centric manner
• Effective self-management and teamwork
  
  

Knowledge

• Products and service knowledge
• Transportation principles
• Records maintenance
• Distribution safety/Responsible care
• Extensive geographical knowledge
• In–depth knowledge of PEPKOR Lifestyle policies, practices, processes and systems
• Understanding of the PEPKOR Lifestyle operating model
• Express and implied ethical responsibilities
  
  

Skills

• Fleet utilisation optimisation
• Fleet maintenance/repair management
• Fleet cost control
• Communication
• Customer service
• Judgement and decision-making
• Ability to work with little supervision
  
  

Behaviours

• Integrity and values
• Customer orientation
• Engaging diversity
• Emotional maturity
• Personal resilience
• Attention to detail
• Effective self-management and teamwork
  
  

Minimum qualification

Grade 12, Valid driver’s licence, PDP and 3+ years’ experience as a driver in a Courier environment