Driver - Healthchem Group

Healthchem Group (Pty) Ltd in Midstream has an opportunity available for a Code 8/10 Driver. You will be required to ensure efficient and accurate delivery of required goods to the correct customer in order and good condition.

Job Specification…

• Vehicle inspection check list must be done monthly with the inspector, at the designated site.
• Accountable for all damages and losses throughout the delivery process.
• Responsible for the Petrol card and filling up with fuel using the correct odometer reading.
• Petrol card only to be used for the vehicle which the card was allocated to.
• To report any vehicle trouble/damage to the Manager the same working day.
• Never to utilise the vehicle for any personal trips/stops including lunch and tea times.
• Vehicles are fitted with GPS tracking – any abnormalities will result in disciplinary action.
• Safely transport products to customer locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner
• Be open to learning the various dispatch functions
• Ensure the correct products are delivered to the correct customer within the specified time
• Ensure that fridge line deliveries are prioritised and transported using cooler boxes and cold packs
• Use the shortest and most efficient route to the customer, and back to the store
• Return back to the store immediately after delivery, so the vehicle can be utilised for a second or third delivery
• Ensure that after completion of delivery, that the vehicle is repacked to prevent boxes from falling and damaging the stock or vehicle
• Be fully accountable for all damages and losses through the delivery process
• Provide special care when delivering fragile and hazardous products
• Comply with minimum standards of efficiency and accuracy, in order to meet company standards
• Follow delivery/pickup instructions from manager
• Ensure that all collections/store returns / inter-branches are correctly checked, signed for and returned to the receiving area
• Ensure all delivery paperwork is signed upon delivery
• Ensure to have the correct names and addresses of customers
• Ensure all invoices recorded on the delivery log sheet, are available and correctly recorded
• Ensure all invoices are signed in the correct manner and to report any discrepancies to the relevant manager
• Comply with the company vehicle policy at all times
• Complete and maintain an accurate vehicle logbook
• Process payments on all transactions via EFT and cash
• Ensure that the vehicle is never unattended during the delivery process
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and washed
• Inspect the vehicle for any defects and safe operating conditions before, during and after trips; and report any concerns to the manager
• Report on all accidents and incidents involving drivers or company equipment
• Adhere to the road traffic rules and regulations as per the National Road Traffic Act
• Be responsible for any traffic fines allocated to the vehicle you drive
• Create effective and efficient relationships with internal and external customers to improve operating efficiencies
• Establish long-term customer relationship through prompt and courteous service
• Ensure professional behaviour when dealing with customers
• Report customer complaints, compliments, requests to management, and provide feedback

Competencies

Essential:

• Have knowledge of routes and street names of designated area/s
• Good communication skills
• Presentable
• Trustworthy and honest
• English –Read, write, and speak
• Be able to communicate proactively to build co-operative relationships with customers, management, and staff
• Time management, deadline driven and attention to detail Special conditions of employment:
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal, and credit
• Be able to adapt to working hours according to business needs
• Working Hours (Monday to Friday – 8 tot 5 + 2 x Saturday 8 tot 1)

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Report bad/suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers

Special conditions of employment:

• Willing and able to work retail hours and/or shifts
• Willing and able to work outdoors, and in various weather conditions
• Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes, and ensure health and safety standards are adhered to
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric with English
• Valid Code 8/10 Drivers licence
• 2 years’ relevant door to door delivery experience
• Willing and able to work retail hours and/or shifts

Advantage

• Previous experience in a similar role