Local Route Driver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Regular hours

Client relationships with regular base

Well-maintained fleet

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking a reliable Local Route Driver to serve the Soweto community and surrounding areas, delivering goods to a portfolio of regular clients along established routes. You will be trusted to handle goods safely, follow schedules, and maintain accurate delivery records.

The ideal candidate has a valid Code 10/EB license, strong knowledge of Soweto roads, and excellent customer service skills to build lasting client relationships while keeping company assets in good

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license (Code 10/EB) and clean driving record.
• Experience as a route driver or delivery professional.
• Excellent knowledge of local Soweto roads and surrounding areas.
• Ability to lift and carry packages up to a specified weight limit.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily delivery routes accurately and efficiently within the Soweto region.
• Load and unload goods, ensuring items are handled with care and secured properly.
• Maintain a clean and well-presented company vehicle.
• Provide exceptional customer service during all delivery interactions.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and obtain customer signatures upon completion.
• Adhere strictly to all traffic laws and company safety policies.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Route planning

Tools

GPS navigation

Vehicle safety check protocols

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a reliable and customer-focused Local Route Driver to serve the Soweto community and its surrounding areas. In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient and safe delivery of goods to a portfolio of regular clients along established routes. Your professionalism and punctuality are key to maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring operational success. This position requires an individual with excellent knowledge of local roads, strong time management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service with every delivery. You will be an integral part of our client's daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute daily delivery routes accurately and efficiently within the Soweto region.
• Load and unload goods, ensuring items are handled with care and secured properly.
• Maintain a clean and well-presented company vehicle.
• Provide exceptional customer service during all delivery interactions.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and obtain customer signatures upon completion.
• Adhere strictly to all traffic laws and company safety policies.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license (Code 10/EB or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a route driver or delivery professional.
• In-depth knowledge of the Soweto road network and surrounding vicinities.
• Ability to lift and carry packages up to a specified weight limit.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for client interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Consistent work schedule with predictable hours.
• Opportunity to build relationships with a regular client base.
• Access to a well-maintained fleet for your daily routes.
• A supportive environment that values reliability and customer satisfaction.