Local Delivery Driver - Queenstown

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly salary

Company vehicle

Bonus potential

Supportive environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dependable Local Delivery Driver to service Queenstown and surrounding Eastern Cape areas. You will be the primary contact for customers, ensuring timely and accurate delivery and maintaining accurate delivery logs.

The role requires a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and the ability to lift parcels. You will operate a company vehicle, follow routes, and deliver excellent customer service while upholding safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Delivery driver experience preferred.
• Able to lift and carry parcels of varying weights.
• Punctual, reliable and responsible with good customer manners.

Responsibilities

• Operate a delivery vehicle to transport and deliver goods to designated locations in Queenstown.
• Adhere to scheduled delivery routes and timelines.
• Ensure careful handling and secure loading/unloading of packages.
• Perform daily checks on the vehicle, maintaining its cleanliness and reporting any issues.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs and obtain necessary proof of delivery.
• Communicate proactively with dispatch regarding delivery status or any encountered challenges.
• Provide excellent customer service during all delivery interactions.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Good driving record

Delivery experience

Customer service

Punctual & reliable

Interpersonal skills

Queenstown familiarity

Job description

Our client is seeking a dependable Local Delivery Driver to service the Queenstown area and its immediate surroundings. This role is fundamental to ensuring timely and accurate delivery of goods to our customer base within the Eastern Cape. You will be the primary point of contact for many customers, requiring a polite and professional demeanor. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe operation of a delivery vehicle and meticulous record-keeping, contributing to the overall efficiency of our local distribution network.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a delivery vehicle to transport and deliver goods to designated locations in Queenstown.
• Adhere to scheduled delivery routes and timelines.
• Ensure careful handling and secure loading/unloading of packages.
• Perform daily checks on the vehicle, maintaining its cleanliness and reporting any issues.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs and obtain necessary proof of delivery.
• Communicate proactively with dispatch regarding delivery status or any encountered challenges.
• Provide excellent customer service during all delivery interactions.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Previous experience as a delivery driver is preferred.
• Familiarity with the Queenstown and surrounding Eastern Cape road networks.
• Ability to lift and carry parcels of varying weights.
• Punctuality, reliability, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Good interpersonal skills for customer interactions.

Benefits

• Monthly salary.
• Use of a company delivery vehicle.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses.
• A supportive work atmosphere.
• Opportunities to develop within the logistics sector.