Job Description

Westfalia Fruit Products, situated in Gauteng, Kempton Park, has a permanent wages vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced Truck Driver.
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce - 365 days a year & across the globe.
With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognized as the leading #avoexperts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.
Purpose of the role:
To transport fresh produce from the factory to customers distribution centers in a safe and effective manner while preserving product quality and adhering to safety requirements. This includes making sure that deliveries and supplier pickups happen on schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
Transportation & Delivery:

• Load, transport, and offload produce at customer DC
• Follow the delivery schedule and optimize routes to ensure on-time deliveries
• Verify delivery notes against orders before departure
• Vehicle Maintenance & Safety
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Report any vehicle maintenance issues
• Keep the vehicle clean and compliant with food safety regulations
• Compliance with Safety & Traffic Regulations
• Adhere to all road safety and traffic laws. Follow company policies on safe driving and handling of Documentation & Reporting
• Complete delivery notes, LM and fuel usage reports accurately. Submit all documentation from the client to the operations/logistics team timely

Customer Service

• Interact professionally with customers during deliveries
• Report customer concerns regarding deliveries and report issues to management goods
• Maintain updated driving licenses and permits

Education:

• Grade 12

Experience:

• Valid code 14 Drivers license with a valid PDP
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in truck driving, preferably in the fresh produce or FMCG industry
• Experience handling perishable goods is an advantage
• Familiarity with GPS navigation and route planning
• Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting

Behavioural Competencies:

• Person of integrity, passion for work
• Responsible and reliable
• Punctual and time conscious
• Safety-conscious and compliant with regulations
• Professional and courteous when dealing with customers and suppliers
• Team player with a strong work ethic

The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package which comprises provident fund, insured benefits, medical aid, and an option to structure an annual bonus.
Interested and qualified applicants should forward their applications (including a detailed copy of the CV) to Human Resources, Westfalia Limited email, recruitment@westfaliafruit.co.za for the attention of Relebohile Mokoatsi
The closing date for applications will be 26 September 2025
NB: Should you not receive correspondence 30 October 2025, please regard your application as being unsuccessful

Skills Required