Local Delivery Driver

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Performance reviews

Bonus opportunities

Supportive team environment

Clear work expectations

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a friendly Local Delivery Driver to join our well-regarded Soweto team. You will deliver packages within the Soweto region using a company vehicle, ensuring timely service and courteous customer interactions.

You should know the local routes, stay safety‑focused, and communicate clearly with dispatch and customers. This full‑time role offers a supportive environment and ongoing performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Valid Code B or higher driver's license with clean record.
• Good knowledge of Soweto area and surrounding neighborhoods.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable and punctual with safe driving practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver packages to customers in Soweto promptly and safely.
• Operate delivery vehicle in a courteous, professional manner.
• Load and unload items carefully to prevent damage.
• Follow routes and provide proof of delivery on completion.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and basic maintenance.
• Report delivery issues to dispatch promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Reliable

Punctual

Communication

Local area knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a friendly and efficient Local Delivery Driver to join their team in the vibrant community of Soweto . This role focuses on providing reliable and timely delivery of goods to local customers, ensuring a positive experience with our client's service. You will be responsible for navigating local routes, handling packages with care, and communicating courteously with customers. The ideal candidate is a dependable individual with a good knowledge of the Soweto area and a commitment to safe driving practices, playing an integral part in maintaining customer satisfaction and operational flow within the local delivery network.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver packages and goods to customers within the Soweto region promptly and safely.
• Operate a delivery vehicle in a courteous and professional manner.
• Load and unload items carefully, ensuring no damage occurs to the goods.
• Follow assigned delivery routes and provide proof of delivery upon completion.
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic maintenance of the delivery vehicle.
• Report any delivery issues or customer concerns to the dispatch team.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license (Code B or higher) with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience in delivery driving or a similar customer-facing role is preferred.
• Good knowledge of the Soweto area and surrounding neighborhoods.
• Ability to handle packages of various sizes and weights.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Reliability and a punctual work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly wage.
• Provided with a company delivery vehicle.
• Regular performance reviews and potential for small bonuses.
• Opportunity to be part of a well-regarded local service provider.
• A supportive team environment with clear work expectations.