Delivery Driver (Central, North & Coastal)
Africa Personnel Services - windhoek, namibia
9 months ago
Description
The role of a Delivery Driver is crucial in the transportation of goods, ensuring timely and safe delivery to meet customer expectations. This position plays a vital role in the supply chain process.
- Express ideas clearly in various documents with correct grammar and structure.
- Effectively express ideas in individual or group situations.
- Effectively manage and resolve conflict situations.
- Foster a cooperative and collaborative work environment.
- Understand key business issues impacting organizational success.
- Set and achieve the highest possible standards with a bias towards action.
- Stay committed to a position or plan of action until objectives are achieved.
- Communicate in a convincing manner and influence people.
- Planning, Organizing & Controlling: Establish courses of action for efficient work completion.
- Plan, prioritize, and structure work to achieve objectives and manage time effectively.
- Identify causal relationships and break down large problems systematically.
- Follow through on decisions and take responsibility for implementation.
- Maintain effectiveness amidst changes in the work environment.
- Show enthusiasm, commitment, and integrity.
- Take initiative in decision-making and problem-solving situations.
The main tasks and responsibilities associated with the position include:
- Driving: Safely operating a delivery vehicle to transport goods.
- Following road rules, with any traffic fines covered by the employee.
- Loading and Unloading: Handling loading and unloading with care.
- Route Planning: Planning efficient delivery routes.
- Customer Service: Providing excellent customer service during deliveries.
- Item Verification: Verifying the accuracy of items before loading and confirming deliveries.
- Vehicle Maintenance: Maintaining cleanliness and ensuring proper vehicle maintenance.
- Performing weekly vehicle checks. Ensuring timely vehicle servicing.
- Record Keeping: Keeping records of deliveries, including receipts and customer signatures.
- Communication: Effectively communicating with the team on delivery status.
- Addressing any issues that may arise.
- Ad Hoc Duties: Any additional duties as requested from time to time.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- Matric.
- 2 to 3 years of driving experience.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. (PDP)
Skills & Knowledge Required:
- Attention to detail.
- Punctual & Deadline-oriented.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Effective time management.
- Computer literate.
- Knowledge of local routes and traffic patterns.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 12/12/2023