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Our client is seeking the services of a highly capable Driver Assistant to be based in Cape Town.

The incumbent will be a responsible Driver Assistant, transporting and delivering Finished Goods to clients. Ensuring compliance with road safety regulations, company standards, and client requirements at all times.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Business Development Manager. The incumbent must have previous experience as driver / warehouse assistant. While interacting professionally with clients the incumbent will be responsible for safely transporting Finished Products to clients and ensuring damaged free on time in full deliveries.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS :

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following :

• Ensure your vehicle check list is completed and submitted to the supervisor at the beginning of every shift. Report any damages immediately.
• Your delivery notebook together with the relevant checklists must be completed in full for every load and the stock recorded correctly.
• Ensure the relevant quality checks are performed as per procedure.
• Assist truck driver in making sure your load is secured, and that it is properly loaded by the third party to prevent damage to your truck.
• Ensure you action all request promptly and that you report any challenges immediately.
• Maintain constant communication with your supervisor regarding traffic issues, customer related delays etc.
• Ensure you offload and load as soon as possible.
• Assist in oversee the forklift drivers and ensure the stock is checked and correct.
• Ensure loading and offloading of stock onto your vehicle is done timeously to avoid any delays.
• Ensure that your documents or Invoices for each load, and that you check and ensure the stock corresponds with the documentation before departing. No stock will be allowed to leave the premises without invoice.
• Ensure you adhere to all safety regulations as per the induction training that you received.
• Ensure you adhere to the Road Traffic Act.
• Ensure your truck is washed regularly and kept clean.
• Report any damages, accidents or incidents immediately.
• Perform any other duties as require and assigned to you.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Code 10 driver’s License with valid PrDP (Advantage)
• 1-2 years’ experience in Warehousing / Driver Assistant
• Physical fitness (able to handle long hours and heavy cargo)
• Knowledge of road safety regulations
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively across the organisation.

RELATION TO OTHERS :

• Internal : Operations Managers, Safety and Risk Personnel (SHEQ), Admin and Financial Departments, Human Resources, Sales Departments.
• External : Clients

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-starter, energetic and highly motivated individual with superior analytical capabilities and an intense desire to identify and solve problems.
• A person with excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
• A person with high integrity and able to make decisions under pressure.
• A person that is prepared to work outside normal working hours.

Our client is seeking the services of a highly capable Driver Assistant to be based in Cape Town.

The incumbent will be a responsible Driver Assistant, transporting and delivering Finished Goods to clients. Ensuring compliance with road safety regulations, company standards, and client requirements at all times.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Business Development Manager. The incumbent must have previous experience as driver / warehouse assistant. While interacting professionally with clients the incumbent will be responsible for safely transporting Finished Products to clients and ensuring damaged free on time in full deliveries.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS :

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following :

• Ensure your vehicle check list is completed and submitted to the supervisor at the beginning of every shift. Report any damages immediately.
• Your delivery notebook together with the relevant checklists must be completed in full for every load and the stock recorded correctly.
• Ensure the relevant quality checks are performed as per procedure.
• Assist truck driver in making sure your load is secured, and that it is properly loaded by the third party to prevent damage to your truck.
• Ensure you action all request promptly and that you report any challenges immediately.
• Maintain constant communication with your supervisor regarding traffic issues, customer related delays etc.
• Ensure you offload and load as soon as possible.
• Assist in oversee the forklift drivers and ensure the stock is checked and correct.
• Ensure loading and offloading of stock onto your vehicle is done timeously to avoid any delays.
• Ensure that your documents or Invoices for each load, and that you check and ensure the stock corresponds with the documentation before departing. No stock will be allowed to leave the premises without invoice.
• Ensure you adhere to all safety regulations as per the induction training that you received.
• Ensure you adhere to the Road Traffic Act.
• Ensure your truck is washed regularly and kept clean.
• Report any damages, accidents or incidents immediately.
• Perform any other duties as require and assigned to you.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Code 10 driver’s License with valid PrDP (Advantage)
• 1-2 years’ experience in Warehousing / Driver Assistant
• Physical fitness (able to handle long hours and heavy cargo)
• Knowledge of road safety regulations
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively across the organisation.

RELATION TO OTHERS :

• Internal : Operations Managers, Safety and Risk Personnel (SHEQ), Admin and Financial Departments, Human Resources, Sales Departments.
• External : Clients

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-starter, energetic and highly motivated individual with superior analytical capabilities and an intense desire to identify and solve problems.
• A person with excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
• A person with high integrity and able to make decisions under pressure.
• A person that is prepared to work outside normal working hours.

DESCRIPTION:

Our client is seeking the services of a highly capable Driver Assistant to be based in Cape Town.

The incumbent will be a responsible Driver Assistant, transporting and delivering Finished Goods to clients. Ensuring compliance with road safety regulations, company standards, and client requirements at all times.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Business Development Manager. The incumbent must have previous experience as driver/warehouse assistant. While interacting professionally with clients the incumbent will be responsible for safely transporting Finished Products to clients and ensuring damaged free on time in full deliveries.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ensure your vehicle check list is completed and submitted to the supervisor at the beginning of every shift. Report any damages immediately.
• Your delivery notebook together with the relevant checklists must be completed in full for every load and the stock recorded correctly.
• Ensure the relevant quality checks are performed as per procedure.
• Assist truck driver in making sure your load is secured, and that it is properly loaded by the third party to prevent damage to your truck.
• Ensure you action all request promptly and that you report any challenges immediately.
• Maintain constant communication with your supervisor regarding traffic issues, customer related delays etc.
• Ensure you offload and load as soon as possible.
• Assist in oversee the forklift drivers and ensure the stock is checked and correct.
• Ensure loading and offloading of stock onto your vehicle is done timeously to avoid any delays.
• Ensure that your documents or Invoices for each load, and that you check and ensure the stock corresponds with the documentation before departing. No stock will be allowed to leave the premises without invoice.
• Ensure you adhere to all safety regulations as per the induction training that you received.
• Ensure you adhere to the Road Traffic Act.
• Ensure your truck is washed regularly and kept clean.
• Report any damages, accidents or incidents immediately.
• Perform any other duties as require and assigned to you.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Code 10 driver’s License with valid PrDP (Advantage)
• 1-2 years’ experience in Warehousing/Driver Assistant
• Physical fitness (able to handle long hours and heavy cargo)
• Knowledge of road safety regulations
• Computer literate
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively across the organisation.

RELATION TO OTHERS:

• Internal: Operations Managers, Safety and Risk Personnel (SHEQ), Admin and Financial Departments, Human Resources, Sales Departments.
• External: Clients

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-starter, energetic and highly motivated individual with superior analytical capabilities and an intense desire to identify and solve problems.
• A person with excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
• A person with high integrity and able to make decisions under pressure.
• A person that is prepared to work outside normal working hours.
• Be neat and well organized.
• Diligent and punctual.

*Summary: *
This role entails assisting with daily deliveries operations of the warehouse, handling of incoming stock, packing and shipping orders.

Reports to:
Warehouse Supervisor

Location:
Stikland, Cape Town

Schedule:
Monday - Thursday 08:00-16:30 & Friday, 08:00 - 16:00.

Salary:
Market related and commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:
General

• Assist with daily deliveries
• Pick and fill orders from stock
• Pack and ship orders
• Ensure packed and shipped orders are loaded and secured for their delivery
• Hand over (load) orders for clients at the dispatch area.
• Organize and maintain inventory and storage areas
• Assist with warehouse equipment where needed, example forklifts and stackers
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned
• Work with and support warehouse staff for daily operation of the warehouse

Competencies:

• Superb communication (verbal & written)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Planning & Organization
• Initiative / proactivity
• Independent worker
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability / Multi-tasking
• Enthusiastic

Requirements

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar role
• Grade 12 / Matric
• Valid Code 10 Drivers license
• Experience with deliveries and handling of inventory.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks - advantageous
• Experience within food service equipment industry - advantageous

This role entails assisting with daily deliveries operations of the warehouse, handling of incoming stock, packing and shipping orders.

Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor Location: Stikland, Cape Town Schedule: Monday – Thursday 08:00-16:30 & Friday, 08:00 - 16:00. Salary: Market related and commensurate with experience

General

• Assist with daily deliveries.
• Pick and fill orders from stock.
• Pack and ship orders.
• Ensure packed and shipped orders are loaded and secured for their delivery.
• Hand over (load) orders for clients at the dispatch area.
• Organize and maintain inventory and storage areas.
• Assist with warehouse equipment where needed, example forklifts and stackers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned.
• Work with and support warehouse staff for daily operation of the warehouse.

Competencies:

• Superb communication (verbal & written)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Planning & Organization
• Initiative / proactivity
• Independent worker
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability / Multi-tasking
• Enthusiastic

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar role

• Grade 12  / Matric

• Valid Code 10 Drivers license
• Experience with deliveries and handling of inventory.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks - advantageous
• Experience within food service equipment industry - advantageous

Purpose of the Position:

The purpose of this position is to support the Driver in ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery and collection of customer orders. The Driver Assistant will help with loading, unloading, and handling goods safely, while also providing excellent customer service during deliveries. This role is essential in maintaining timely operations and upholding the company's standards of quality and service.

Your Role:

As a Driver Assistant, you will be responsible for:

Delivery & Collection Support:

• Assisting the Driver with delivering and collecting customer orders.
• Helping with the loading and unloading of goods.
• Ensuring that products are handled with care to prevent damage.

Operational Support:

• Assisting with route planning and checking orders against delivery notes.
• Supporting the Driver in maintaining timely and efficient deliveries.
• Providing excellent customer service during deliveries and collections.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a similar role will be an advantage.
• Physically fit and able to handle lifting and carrying.
• Reliable, punctual, and customer-focused.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

We are looking for a Driver Assistant for our renowned liquor distribution team in Garden Route, George. This role involves assisting with loading, unloading, and ensuring the timely delivery of products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that you report on time to your position to ensure delivery schedule deadlines are maintained.
• Ensure an effective and efficient daily handover of deliveries from the warehouse to your vehicle.
• Ensure that deliveries are packed accurately as per schedule in a manner that avoids damage to goods.
• Ensure you are in possession of your tablet daily and have your completed paperwork for all deliveries with you before departing the warehouse.
• Perform stock deliveries and collections in accordance with delivery schedules or as requested by the Distribution Supervisor / Manager. Deliver orders to customers correctly, on time, per schedule.
• Interact with customers in a manner that encourages repeat business.
• Pick up and record current or defective wine, as per instruction on upliftment paperwork.
• Perform the following tasked on a daily basis: The interior of vehicle is cleaned and general condition of the vehicle is checked to be in pristine condition.
• Report any accidents or incidents involving the vehicle to be reported to the Driver Supervisor /Manager immediately. Accidents situation managed as SOP.
• Ensure you are correctly dressed as per the dress code with regards to uniforms that needs to be worn and that you are always well presented.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• Code 10/14 License (Beneficial)

Please do not apply for the position if you do not meet the requirements.

Job description

• Pick up and deliver meal prep orders to clients and corporate partners in Sandton, Bryanston, and surrounding areas.
• Verify delivery addresses and ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Handle all packages with care to prevent damage during transit.
• Maintain a professional, friendly, and customer-focused attitude at all times.
• Keep accurate records of deliveries and communicate any delivery issues to management.
• Ensure compliance with road safety regulations and company delivery procedures.

Requirements

• Valid Code A Motorbike License (essential – no other codes accepted).
• Proven experience as a motorbike delivery rider (references will be an advantage).
• Clean criminal record (checks will be conducted).
• Knowledge of road safety and GPS navigation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy individual.
• Must be based in Johannesburg.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: R5,500 – R6,200 per month.
• Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, health-focused brand.
• Supportive team environment with room for growth.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R5 500,00 - R6 200,00 per month

License/Certification:

• Coda A - bike license (Required)

Work Location: In person