Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Code 10 Driver for its Phuthaditjhaba operation. The role forms part of a wider logistics jobs portfolio across Free State.
About the Opportunity
This Code 10 Driver role sits within the logistics jobs function in Phuthaditjhaba. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Free State.
In addition, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Code 10 Driver taking on this position.
Importantly, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Phuthaditjhaba also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Based in Phuthaditjhaba
Phuthaditjhaba continues to grow as an employment hub in Free State, with near the Sasolburg industrial complex. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Many candidates already living within reach of Phuthaditjhaba cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Phuthaditjhaba, Free State.
Diversity and Inclusion
In addition, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Free State, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Phuthaditjhaba.
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.
A Typical Day
Your day kicks off in the yard or at the dock, checking schedules, briefing your team and lining up the day’s priorities. You move between receiving, picking, dispatch and the WMS, keeping a close eye on accuracy and time slots. There are constant conversations — with drivers, controllers, customers and the warehouse floor — and the better you communicate, the smoother things run. By the end of the shift, the racks are tidy, the trucks are out, and the next inbound load is already on its way.
Practically speaking, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Free State operations throw up the unexpected.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Phuthaditjhaba.
Core Functions
- Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system
- Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs
- Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
- Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
- Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
- Coordinate cross-docking and consolidation with inbound and outbound teams
- Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow
- Prepare daily dispatch and receiving reports for site management
Candidate Profile
- Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
- Understanding of inbound, outbound and stock-take processes
- Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
- Awareness of OHS Act, traffic regulations and hazardous goods rules
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Good communication skills with drivers, suppliers and customers
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.