Senior Delivery Driver & Lead Routes — Vehicle Provided

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided vehicle

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid & Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Delivery Driver for our client in Midrand, Gauteng. The role focuses on safe, timely goods delivery across routes, with leadership opportunities to mentor junior drivers and uphold high service standards.

The candidate will operate company vehicles, plan routes, inspect vehicles, and maintain clear delivery logs. A Code 10/Code 14 license with PrDP is required, along with 5+ years of driving experience and a professional work ethic.

Qualifications

• Must have Code 10 (C1) or Code 14 (EC) with PrDP.
• Minimum 5 years of professional driving experience.
• Clean driving record with no major violations or accidents.
• Strong knowledge of Midrand, Gauteng roads and surrounding areas.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 kg.
• Proficient with GPS devices and navigation apps.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Experience in basic fleet maintenance or vehicle inspection is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles to deliver goods within Midrand and surrounding areas.
• Strictly follow traffic laws, policies, and safety regulations.
• Plan and optimize daily delivery routes for efficiency and timeliness.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report issues.
• Load and unload cargo securely and efficiently; ensure goods' integrity.
• Maintain delivery records and proof of delivery documents.
• Provide professional customer service during deliveries.
• Assist with fleet logs and basic maintenance scheduling.
• Mentor less-experienced drivers when needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve delivery-related issues promptly.

Skills

Delivery driving

Route planning

Customer service

GPS navigation

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Vehicle inspection

Tools

GPS devices

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Delivery Driver for our client in Midrand, Gauteng. The role focuses on safe, timely goods delivery across routes, with leadership opportunities to mentor junior drivers and uphold high service standards.

The candidate will operate company vehicles, plan routes, inspect vehicles, and maintain clear delivery logs. A Code 10/Code 14 license with PrDP is required, along with 5+ years of driving experience and a professional work ethic.