- Closing Date: 05 April 2024
- Application Requirements: Relevant qualifications and experience
- Eligibility: Open to all qualified applicants
- Location: Ermelo, Mpumalanga
- Job Type: Full-time
Join Dis-Chem Pharmacies as a Motorbike & Vehicle Driver. We are seeking a dedicated professional to deliver goods to our valued customers in a timely, productive, and professional manner.
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About Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is a leading retail pharmacy chain committed to providing quality healthcare products and services to our communities. Dis-Chem Pharmacies have been South Africa’s first choice in pharmacies since 1978. They go beyond being just a pharmacy and retail store, delivering healthcare in various ways. Their services, products, and initiatives encompass community clinics, feeding programs, the Dis-Chem Foundation, and health insurance products. With initiatives like these, Dis-Chem aims to lead a movement in South Africa, becoming the champions of better health for all.
Their holistic view of health and wellness aligns with the growth of their offerings, which include linked dispensaries, family clinics, wound-care clinics, and comprehensive self-medication centres. As a leading specialist in beauty, healthy food, sport supplements, and health and well-being, Dis-Chem offers the widest ranges in these categories along with expert advice
Driver Details
What is the Motorbike & Vehicle Driver Role?
As a Motorbike & Vehicle Driver, you will:
- Ensure timely delivery of goods
- Maintain a professional demeanor
- Uphold safety standards
Who is Eligible?
Qualified candidates with relevant experience and a valid driver’s license are encouraged to apply.
Motorbike & Vehicle Driver Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Safely transport products to customer locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner
- Be open to learning the various dispatch functions
- Ensure the correct products are delivered to the correct customer within the specified time
- Ensure that fridge line deliveries are prioritised and transported using cooler boxes and cold packs
- Use the shortest and most efficient route to the customer, and back to the store
- Return back to the store immediately after delivery, so the vehicle can be utilised for a second or third delivery
- Ensure that after completion of delivery, that the vehicle is repacked to prevent boxes from falling and damaging the stock or vehicle
- Be fully accountable for all damages and losses through the delivery process
- Provide special care when delivering fragile and hazardous products
- Comply with minimum standards of efficiency and accuracy, in order to meet company standards
- Follow delivery/pickup instructions from manager
- Ensure that all collections/store returns / inter-branches are correctly checked, signed for and returned to the receiving area
- Ensure all delivery paperwork is signed upon delivery
- Ensure to have the correct names and addresses of customers
- Ensure all invoices recorded on the delivery log sheet, are available and correctly recorded
- Ensure all invoices are signed in the correct manner and to report any discrepancies to the relevant manager
- Comply with the company vehicle policy at all times
- Complete and maintain an accurate vehicle logbook
- Process payments on all transactions via EFT and cash
- Ensure that the vehicle is never unattended during the delivery process
- Ensure the vehicle is clean and washed
- Inspect the vehicle for any defects and safe operating conditions before, during and after trips; and report any concerns to the manager
- Report on all accidents and incidents involving drivers or company equipment
- Adhere to the road traffic rules and regulations as per the National Road Traffic Act
- Be responsible for any traffic fines allocated to the vehicle you drive
- Create effective and efficient relationships with internal and external customers to improve operating efficiencies
- Establish long-term customer relationship through prompt and courteous service
- Ensure professional behaviour when dealing with customers
- Report customer complaints, compliments, requests to management, and provide feedback
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license
- Good communication skills
- Professional attitude
Motorbike & Vehicle Driver Benefits
Join our team and enjoy:
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Opportunities for growth
How to Apply
Follow these steps:
- Visit the Dis-Chem online application page.
- Complete the application form.
- Submit your details.
Take the wheel of your career! Apply now and be part of the Dis-Chem family.
