Code 14 Driver - Epping
Company
SIGNAL HILL PRODUCTS
Location
Cape Town
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn
Job Description
Overall Responsibility: Delivery Driver will pick up and drop off items while adhering to assigned routes and time schedules and must work as part of the delivery team in order to ensure that the items are complete, packed correctly, and safely delivered to the correct client in a polite and prompt manner. Comply with and HACCP or IS022000 requirements
Focus Area 1: Driver
• Loading, transporting, and delivering items to clients or businesses in a safe, timely manner.
• Reviewing orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete, the charges are correct, and the customer is satisfied.
• Assisting with loading and unloading items from vehicles.
• Accepting payments for delivered items.
• Providing excellent customer service, answering questions, and handling complaints from clients.
• Adhering to assigned routes and following time schedules.
• Abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record.
• Operating equipment and machines, such as cars and trucks
Focus Area 2: Reporting
• Preparing reports and other documents relating to deliveries
Focus Area 3: Health & Safety
• Comply with and HACCP or IS022000 requirements
• Apply basic hygiene and sanitation and adhere to food safety related rules and activities as per factory instructions.
• Perform Food Safety and Quality related activities as part of the FSMS and QC functions
Requirements
• Minimum matric certificate
• Valid Code 14 driver’s licence, with a clean driving record and no medical or criminal conditions that would preclude the individual from obtaining or maintaining a valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
Preferred Skills/ Competencies
• Strong time management and customer service skills.
• Customer service-oriented with excellent communication abilities
• Ability to perform the inherent physical requirements of the role, which include walking, driving, and lifting/carrying heavy items for extended periods.
NB: Specific duties/responsibilities will vary from time to time: the above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in supporting the business by undertaking any other responsibilities which are aligned with this job level.
Job reference: J529
Focus Area 1: Driver
• Loading, transporting, and delivering items to clients or businesses in a safe, timely manner.
• Reviewing orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete, the charges are correct, and the customer is satisfied.
• Assisting with loading and unloading items from vehicles.
• Accepting payments for delivered items.
• Providing excellent customer service, answering questions, and handling complaints from clients.
• Adhering to assigned routes and following time schedules.
• Abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record.
• Operating equipment and machines, such as cars and trucks
Focus Area 2: Reporting
• Preparing reports and other documents relating to deliveries
Focus Area 3: Health & Safety
• Comply with and HACCP or IS022000 requirements
• Apply basic hygiene and sanitation and adhere to food safety related rules and activities as per factory instructions.
• Perform Food Safety and Quality related activities as part of the FSMS and QC functions
Requirements
• Minimum matric certificate
• Valid Code 14 driver’s licence, with a clean driving record and no medical or criminal conditions that would preclude the individual from obtaining or maintaining a valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
Preferred Skills/ Competencies
• Strong time management and customer service skills.
• Customer service-oriented with excellent communication abilities
• Ability to perform the inherent physical requirements of the role, which include walking, driving, and lifting/carrying heavy items for extended periods.
NB: Specific duties/responsibilities will vary from time to time: the above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in supporting the business by undertaking any other responsibilities which are aligned with this job level.
Job reference: J529
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Staff Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for packing staff jobs in South African warehouses starting 1 March 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for packing staff from 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at all workplaces.
Do I need a matric certificate or prior experience to qualify for packing staff roles in South Africa in 2026?
Packing staff positions require only a Grade 9 certificate and no prior experience according to the Department of Employment and Labour guidelines effective 2026. Workers must be at least 18 years old and pass a basic medical fitness test for shift work.
Which documents are required when applying for packing staff jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank account details to register on the Employment Services System by 31 December 2026. A signed CV and UIF registration number are also mandatory for all applications.
What are the maximum working hours and annual leave entitlements for packing staff in South Africa for 2026?
Packing staff may not exceed 45 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 10 hours overtime as regulated from 1 January 2026. Full-time workers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service.
