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Dischem Vacancies – Store Driver (Motorbike)

Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Secunda is seeking a reliable and professional Motorbike & Vehicle Driver to join our team. As a Store Driver, you will play a crucial role in delivering goods to customers in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner.

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Valid Motorbike license
• Valid Car license
• Willingness and ability to work retail hours and/or shifts

Advantageous:

• Previous experience in a similar role

Job Description:

• Safely transport products to customer locations in a timely, safe, and courteous manner.
• Learn various dispatch functions.
• Ensure correct products are delivered to the correct customer within specified timeframes.
• Prioritize fridge line deliveries and transport using cooler boxes and cold packs.
• Use the shortest and most efficient routes to customers and back to the store.
• Immediately return to the store after delivery to facilitate additional deliveries.
• Repack vehicle after delivery to prevent stock or vehicle damage.
• Take full accountability for any damages or losses during the delivery process.
• Handle fragile and hazardous products with special care.
• Maintain efficiency and accuracy to meet company standards.
• Follow delivery/pickup instructions from manager.
• Check, sign for, and return all collections/store returns/inter-branches to the receiving area.
• Ensure all delivery paperwork is accurately completed and signed.
• Record correct names and addresses of customers.
• Ensure accurate recording and signing of invoices.
• Adhere to company vehicle policy at all times.
• Maintain an accurate vehicle logbook.
• Process payments via EFT and cash.
• Never leave the vehicle unattended during the delivery process.
• Keep the vehicle clean and washed.
• Inspect vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions before, during, and after trips; report any concerns to the manager.
• Report all accidents and incidents involving drivers or company equipment.
• Adhere to road traffic rules and regulations.
• Take responsibility for any traffic fines related to the vehicle.
• Establish effective relationships with internal and external customers.
• Foster long-term customer relationships through prompt and courteous service.
• Maintain professional behavior when interacting with customers.
• Report customer feedback, complaints, compliments, and requests to management.

Competencies:

Essential:

• Strong command of the English language
• Presentable appearance
• Effective communication with customers, management, and staff
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management skills

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Ability to report bad/suspicious behavior related to staff and customers

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Willingness and ability to work retail hours and/or shifts
• Ability to work outdoors and in various weather conditions
• Physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes while adhering to health and safety standards
• Valid driver’s license (code A1)
• Reliable transport and/or residence in close proximity to the store
• South African citizenship
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you haven’t been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.