Work-Force
Posted recently. Role: Code 14 Driver. Location: Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal. The team is hiring and seeks a candidate who can step in and deliver from week one.
About the Opportunity
The organisation is investing in its Pinetown operation, and this Code 14 Driver position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the logistics jobs function and contribute to the wider KwaZulu-Natal business.
Practically speaking, the successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Pinetown team on trust, and the Code 14 Driver role will feel that from week one.
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 Pinetown much easier.
Growing With Us
Career progression for this logistics jobs role in Pinetown depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in KwaZulu-Natal.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Pinetown have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Pinetown team member.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Pinetown.
In addition, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Pinetown.
Crucially, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.
About the Team
Crucially, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Pinetown office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when KwaZulu-Natal operations get busy.
Importantly, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Pinetown 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.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow
- Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
- Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
- Pick, pack and dispatch orders accurately within agreed cut-offs
- Conduct daily, weekly and monthly stock counts and investigate variances
- Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
- Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes
Minimum Requirements
- Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
- Able to perform the essential manual-handling duties safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Awareness of OHS Act, traffic regulations and hazardous goods rules
- Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.