Driver
Listing reference: grind_000693
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 18 September 2026
Position summary
Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics
Job category: Transport and Logistics Management
Location: Komatipoort
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
A challenging opportunity has become available for a self-motivated, driven and innovative individual to be appointed as a Driver. The successful candidate will be required to work alternating shifts including alternate weekends.
Job description
The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Deliveries and collection of documents
- Collect clearing and forwarding documents from clients, suppliers, transporters, customs agents, internal departments, and other designated parties.
- Deliver documents to the appropriate border post or other authorised destination.
- Ensure that all documents are delivered within the required timeframes and before applicable operational or customs cut-off times.
- Plan daily deliveries according to urgency, border operating requirements, traffic conditions, distance, and delivery deadlines.
- Obtain confirmation of receipt for all important documents delivered.
- Return signed delivery notes, acknowledgements, receipts, or other proof of delivery to the relevant department.
- Immediately report any unsuccessful delivery, delay, missing documentation, or change in delivery requirements.
Maintenance & Upkeep of company vehicle
- Ensure the vehicle is maintained/serviced as per requirement.
- Report any incidents/damage that may occur.
- Report any unauthorised use of the company vehicle.
- Vehicle to always be kept clean and tidy.
- Adherence to company “Vehicle Usage Policy”.
- Conduct inspection of the vehicle before and after use.
Customer Service and Professional Conduct
- Represent the company professionally when dealing with clients, border officials, customs authorities, transporters, clearing agents, and other stakeholders.
- Communicate politely and professionally at all times.
- Provide accurate information without making unauthorised commitments on behalf of the company.
- Maintain a service-oriented approach, particularly when handling urgent or time-sensitive requests.
- Protect the company's reputation through responsible driving, professional conduct, punctuality, and appropriate communication.
Vehicle and Route Management
- Operate the company vehicle responsibly and in accordance with applicable road traffic laws and company policies.
- Conduct basic daily vehicle checks before commencing duties, including fuel, tyres, lights, brakes, fluids, and general roadworthiness.
- Maintain the vehicle in a clean and presentable condition.
- Allow sufficient travel time for traffic, road conditions, border congestion, delays, and unforeseen circumstances.
- Report vehicle faults, accidents, breakdowns, traffic incidents, or other problems immediately.
- Ensure company vehicles are not used for unauthorised personal purposes.
Minimum requirements
Qualification / s
- Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent.
- Valid driver's licence appropriate for the company vehicle.
- A Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) or equivalent is advantageous where applicable to the vehicle and duties.
- Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use email, messaging applications, GPS/navigation applications, and basic document-management systems.
- A certificate or short course in logistics, transport, supply chain, clearing and forwarding, or customs administration would be an advantage.
Experience
- 2–3 years' proven experience as a messenger, driver, courier, logistics driver, or similar position.
- Previous experience in a clearing and forwarding, freight, logistics, transport, customs, or border-related environment is strongly preferred.
- Experience working under strict deadlines and coordinating multiple deliveries.
- Experience maintaining delivery records, trip sheets, proof of delivery, and vehicle records.
- Previous experience dealing with customs officials, clearing agents, transporters, or logistics personnel would be an advantage.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Good understanding of the importance of customs and clearing documentation.
- Strong time-management and organisational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Good GPS and route-planning skills.
- Basic computer and smartphone literacy.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Strong document-handling and filing discipline.
- Good problem-solving skills.