Delivery Driver

Our client is seeking a Delivery Driver to join their team in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal.

You will operate within clear systems and have the support of capable colleagues. Ongoing training and mentorship are provided to help you reach your potential. The team values honesty, hard work, and treating every customer with respect. If you tick the boxes below, we want to hear from you.

The role operates within tight delivery windows and requires flexibility around shift times.

• Maintain accurate driver logbooks and trip sheets recording hours driven, distances travelled, fuel used, and any incidents or delays.
• Load and unload goods safely, ensuring cargo is properly secured and protected against damage during transit using straps and restraints.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, checking tyres, lights, brakes, fluid levels, and safety equipment before every journey.
• Adhere strictly to company policies regarding mobile phone use while driving and comply with regulations governing driver working hours and rest periods.
• Operate assigned vehicles safely and responsibly in compliance with all road traffic laws, company policies, and client delivery instructions.
• Complete all delivery documentation accurately including waybills, delivery notes, and proof of delivery receipts for office processing.

• A minimum of two to three years of professional driving experience with a clean driving record and no major traffic violations.
• A clear criminal record as background checks are conducted for positions involving valuable goods or passenger transport.
• A valid Code 10, Code 14, or equivalent driving licence appropriate to the vehicle class being operated.
• Strong time management skills with ability to plan routes and deliveries to meet tight deadlines and customer time windows.
• Physical fitness to handle loading and unloading cargo, including the ability to lift heavy items when required.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to identify and describe vehicle faults accurately when reporting issues to maintenance.