Work-Force
Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Code 14 Driver with PDP in Phuthaditjhaba, and we encourage applicants from across Free State to consider this opportunity.
The Role
This Code 14 Driver with PDP 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.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Phuthaditjhaba team.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Code 14 Driver with PDP is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Free State is consistently high and consistently fair.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the logistics jobs group in Phuthaditjhaba.
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.
Your Team
In addition, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Phuthaditjhaba office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Free State operations get busy.
Importantly, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Phuthaditjhaba will be explained during the hiring process.
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.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Based in Phuthaditjhaba
In addition, the role is based in Phuthaditjhaba, close to the Bloemfontein judicial hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Phuthaditjhaba and the broader Free State region.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Phuthaditjhaba, Free State.
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 Phuthaditjhaba.
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.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Importantly, 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.
On top of that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Free State.
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.
What We Offer
Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Phuthaditjhaba contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the logistics jobs space in Free State.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Beyond that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Equally, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Your Workplace
Equally, 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.
Importantly, 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.
Notably, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Free State.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Phuthaditjhaba site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Growing With Us
Importantly, career progression for this logistics jobs role in Phuthaditjhaba depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Free State.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Phuthaditjhaba have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
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 Phuthaditjhaba team member.
What Your Day Looks Like
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.
In addition, the Phuthaditjhaba office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Phuthaditjhaba.
Practically speaking, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Free State operations throw up the unexpected.
Core Functions
- Pick, pack and dispatch orders accurately within agreed cut-offs
- Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
- Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
- Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
- Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system
- Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs
- Coordinate cross-docking and consolidation with inbound and outbound teams
Essential Criteria
- Good communication skills with drivers, suppliers and customers
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
- Understanding of inbound, outbound and stock-take processes
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.