Perishable Produce Transport Driver | Vehicle & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Company vehicle usage

Seasonal bonuses

Training on best practices

Job summary

Paarl Agricultural Co-operative invites a reliable Agricultural Produce Transport Driver to join our logistics team. You will transport fresh produce from farms to collection points, ensuring quality and timely delivery while adhering to schedules.

The role requires a Code 10 with PDP, at least 3 years of experience with perishable goods, and willingness to work early mornings and weekends as needed. You will maintain vehicle readiness and accurate delivery records.

Qualifications

• Valid Code 10 license with PDP and clean driving record.
• At least 3 years transport experience, preferably with perishables.
• Knowledge of Paarl Western Cape region and farm networks.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles to transport agricultural produce from farms to destinations.
• Maintain produce quality during loading, transit and unloading.
• Adhere to delivery schedules to meet market and processing times.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and keep vehicle clean.
• Keep accurate delivery mileage and records.
• Comply with traffic laws and perishable-handling requirements.
• Communicate with farm managers and logistics staff.
• Ensure vehicle maintenance and reporting of delays immediately.
• Stay flexible for harvest-driven schedule changes.

Skills

Good communication

Reliability

Early mornings & weekends

Perishable goods handling

Education

Code 10 driver’s license with PDP

Job description

Paarl Agricultural Co-operative invites a reliable Agricultural Produce Transport Driver to join our logistics team. You will transport fresh produce from farms to collection points, ensuring quality and timely delivery while adhering to schedules.

The role requires a Code 10 with PDP, at least 3 years of experience with perishable goods, and willingness to work early mornings and weekends as needed. You will maintain vehicle readiness and accurate delivery records.