Code 14 Driver

A Code 14 Driver position is being filled in Upington. Suitable candidates from across Northern Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.

About This Position

This Code 14 Driver role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Upington. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the logistics jobs pipeline across Northern Cape.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the logistics jobs team in Northern Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the logistics jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Upington much easier.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Code 14 Driver to step into the logistics jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Upington teams, and the new Code 14 Driver will feel that from the first week.

About the Team

You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the logistics jobs side of the business inside out. The Upington group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

The team structure and working relationships for this role in Upington will be explained during the hiring process.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Common Questions

Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates who can meet the advertised location and work-schedule requirements.

Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?

Yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.

Is this position open to recent graduates?

Crucially, yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.

Is there opportunity for promotion?

Any progression opportunities depend on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs.

Career Growth

Beyond that, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the logistics jobs team in Upington have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Notably, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Upington have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Upington team member.

Where You’ll Work

Practically speaking, the environment is operationally driven and physical at times, with shift-based work, strict safety standards and a strong focus on accuracy and on-time delivery.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Upington site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Crucially, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Importantly, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Northern Cape.

Working in Upington

Working in Upington means a place in the Kathu iron ore belt, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Northern Cape region, and the Upington office benefits from those long-standing connections.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Upington, Northern Cape.

Many candidates already living within reach of Upington cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Upington.

Diversity and Inclusion

Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Upington.

Equally, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Upington.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Crucially, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Northern Cape.

What We Offer

Beyond that, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this logistics jobs role in Upington; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Northern Cape.

Notably, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

In addition, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Daily Duties

• Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
• Pick, pack and dispatch orders accurately within agreed cut-offs
• Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
• Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly stock counts and investigate variances
• Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
• Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
• Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow

What You’ll Need

• Strong numeracy and accuracy on stock counts and pick lists
• Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
• 2+ years’ experience in warehousing, distribution or logistics
• Understanding of inbound, outbound and stock-take processes
• Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles

If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.