Logistics and Delivery Driver - Northern Cape Region

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Overtime potential

Fleet of delivery vehicles

Supportive operations team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a reliable Logistics and Delivery Driver to serve Upington and the Northern Cape. Drive light to medium-duty vehicles, plan routes, and ensure safe delivery of industrial materials to sites.

You will work a hybrid schedule combining field deliveries with home-based planning and admin tasks; strong time management, GPS use, and customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver''s license and clean driving record.
• Experience in delivery or logistics roles, preferably with heavy goods.
• Strong navigation and route-planning skills using GPS.
• Good communication and customer service abilities.
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate delivery vehicles ranging from light to medium-duty to transport industrial materials.
• Safely load and unload materials and secure cargo.
• Plan and execute efficient delivery routes across Upington and Northern Cape.
• Adhere to traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; maintain logs and POD.
• Provide professional service to clients and manage delivery schedules.
• Perform basic administrative tasks related to logistics from home base.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Delivery/logistics experience

GPS navigation

Customer service

Time management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a diversified supplier of industrial materials, is seeking a reliable and adaptable Logistics and Delivery Driver to serve the Upington, Northern Cape region. This role is vital for ensuring the timely and safe delivery of various materials to construction sites, businesses, and agricultural operations across this vast province. The ideal candidate will possess strong driving skills, a robust understanding of the Northern Cape's challenging road networks, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. This position offers a hybrid work model, balancing on-the-road responsibilities with essential home-based planning and administrative tasks. We value individuals who are self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing their workload efficiently. Join a company that plays a key role in supporting the development and operations within the Northern Cape. Your dedication to reliability and service will be instrumental in meeting our clients' needs across this expansive region.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate delivery vehicles, ranging from light commercial to medium-duty trucks, to transport industrial materials.
• Safely load and unload materials, ensuring proper handling and securing of all cargo.
• Plan and execute efficient delivery routes across the Upington and broader Northern Cape area.
• Adhere strictly to all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs, including proof of delivery, mileage, and fuel records.
• Report any vehicle issues, accidents, or delivery discrepancies promptly.
• Provide professional and courteous service to all clients upon delivery.
• Manage time effectively to meet delivery schedules and deadlines.
• Perform basic administrative tasks related to logistics and deliveries from a remote/home base.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license (e.g., Code 8 or Code 10) with a good driving record.
• Previous experience in a delivery driving or logistics role, preferably with heavy goods.
• Familiarity with the Upington and extensive Northern Cape road network is essential.
• Ability to handle and transport a variety of industrial materials.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Good communication and customer service abilities.
• Physical fitness to handle loading and unloading tasks.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong commitment to safety.
• Comfortable using GPS and mobile devices for navigation and communication.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule involving both field and home-based tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate and potential for overtime.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work across the vast and diverse Northern Cape.
• Access to a fleet of well-maintained delivery vehicles.
• Supportive operations team.
• Gain experience with a company crucial to the Northern Cape's industrial sector.