Local Delivery Driver - Supermarket Chain

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive monthly salary

Performance incentives

Employee discounts on groceries

Stable work environment with regular S

Uniform provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a reliable Local Delivery Driver for our Vereeniging branch to ensure groceries reach customers promptly and in excellent condition. You will be the face of the company, requiring a friendly demeanor and professional conduct during each delivery.

Key duties include delivering orders accurately, handling goods with care, collecting payments if required, maintaining the delivery vehicle, and adhering to traffic laws and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license (Code 8 or similar) with a clean driving record.
• Delivery experience or customer-facing role is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of Vereeniging area and surrounding delivery zones.
• Ability to lift and carry groceries up to 15–20 kg.
• Reliable, punctual and able to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver grocery orders to customer residences accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure goods are handled with care and kept at appropriate temperatures if needed.
• Confirm order details with customers and collect payments if required.
• Maintain the cleanliness and readiness of the delivery vehicle.
• Adhere to traffic laws and company safety procedures.
• Provide friendly and helpful customer service during each delivery interaction.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Delivery experience

Vereeniging area knowledge

Strong communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent supermarket chain, is seeking a reliable Local Delivery Driver for their Vereeniging branch. This role is essential for ensuring customers receive their grocery orders promptly and in excellent condition. You will be the face of the company to many customers, requiring a friendly demeanor and professional conduct. If you have a passion for service and excellent driving skills, this is a great opportunity to join a stable and reputable organization within the retail sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver grocery orders to customer residences accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure that delivered goods are handled with care and maintained at appropriate temperatures if necessary.
• Confirm order details with customers upon delivery and collect payments if required.
• Maintain the cleanliness and readiness of the delivery vehicle.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and company safety procedures.
• Provide friendly and helpful customer service during each delivery interaction.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license (Code 8 or similar) with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience in a delivery driver or customer-facing role is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of the Vereeniging area and surrounding delivery zones.
• Ability to lift and carry grocery orders, sometimes weighing up to 15-20 kg.
• Strong communication skills and a polite, professional attitude.
• Reliable and punctual, with the ability to manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Potential for performance-based incentives.
• Employee discounts on groceries.
• A stable work environment with regular schedules.
• Uniform and delivery equipment provided.