Warehouse Driver / Assistant - Xylem

Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges.

We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.

If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you! For more information, please visit us at www.xylem.com.

We Offer You More Than Just “A Job”

• Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
• Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
• Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
• Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks.

The Role: Warehouse Driver/Assistant

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Warehouse Driver/Assistant is required to do deliveries to customer sites as and when required and to ensure that all relevant paperwork is always kept on record, when not out on deliveries the candidate will be required to assist in the warehouse.

RESPONSIBILITIES - Driver

• All driving duties
• Operating and maintaining vehicles with a focus on safety and customer courtesy.
• Performing daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Inspect vehicle for safety, fuel, oil, and water before departure.
• Maintain accurate, up to date records on logbook before and after trips and prepare accident and incident report as and when necessary.
• Keep vehicle clean inside and outside.
• Reads and interprets maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for customers.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations of South African Roads.
• Perform any other duties as directed and instructed by supervisor and/or manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES- General Assistance in the warehouse

• Adhere to correct process flow & work instructions.
• Assist dispatch with picking of stock ordered.
• Assist receiving with checking and binning of stock received.
• Ensure stock accuracy is always maintained.
• Ensure cycle counts are conducted as per schedule.
• Participate in Stock taking when required.
• Maintain a neat and orderly environment within the overall warehouse.

Adhering to Safety Regulations

• Safely conduct operations as per safety standards.
• Ensure that safety checks on lifting equipment are done before operating.
• Report any unsafe working conditions and incidents to your Team Lead.

REQUIREMENTS

• Completed Matric.
• Code 14 Driver’s License with PDP for at least two years.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Driver within similar environment.
• Minimum of 2 years warehouse environment experience.
• Maintain and possess a safe driving record.
• Good command in English.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Time management.
• Ability to read, understand and adhere to the rules and regulation of South Africa.
• Ability to read and interpret road signs in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish effective professional relationships with customers, co-workers, managers, and employees.
• Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs.
• Ability to operate lifting equipment (Forklift, Turret Truck, Pallet).