Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Distribution Centre Gqeberha has an opportunity available for a DC Driver - Code 8 to join the team. The main purpose of this role is to ensure efficient and accurate delivery of required goods to the correct customer in order and good condition.
Minimum Requirements
Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• S.A. Drivers License Code 8.
• Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
• 2 -5 years driving experience in a Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain environment.
• Proof of COVID 19 Vaccination Certificate.

Job Specification

• Ensure efficient and accurate delivery of required goods to the correct customer in order and good condition.
• Ensure the right products get delivered to the right store/customer at the right time.
• Adhere to store and/or warehouse loading and unloading policies and procedures.
• Verify all TUs listed on the truck manifest are correctly and accurately offloaded at the store.
• Ensure that all collections/store returns/Inter-branches are correctly checked, signed for and returned to the Dispatch area.
• Ensure the returns of empty pallets, totes and recyclable cardboard and plastic are accurately recorded and loaded.
• Ensure all DLSs / trip sheets, presented to store management are correct and that they have been signed.
• Ensure to act as a professional representative of the company and adhering to the company uniform policy.
• Inspect truck as per weekly vehicle check list for any defects and safe operational conditions daily. Report any concerns to the Dispatch Manager.

Competencies
Essential:

• Problem solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deadline driven
• Trustworthy and honest

Special conditions of employment:

• South African or valid work permit
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Working outside in the elements
• Drivers license and/or own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

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

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies has adopted a mandatory vaccination policy, effective 1 June 2022. Applicants must be willing to submit a valid vaccination certificate as of the date of implementation of the policy.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chems approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chems Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.