Driver

Bring your skills as a Driver to Kathu and join a team that moves fast. This Northern Cape role is one to watch.

About This Position

The Driver vacancy forms part of how the Kathu branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the logistics jobs side of the business moving forward.

Beyond that, 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 Driver taking on this position.

In addition, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Kathu also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

About the Team

Crucially, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Kathu office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Northern Cape operations get busy.

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

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.

Working in Kathu

Working in Kathu means a place along the N14 trade route, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Northern Cape region, and the Kathu office benefits from those long-standing connections.

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 Kathu.

Many candidates already living within reach of Kathu 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.

Why This Role

Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Kathu contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the logistics jobs space in Northern Cape.

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

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

Key Outputs

• Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
• Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
• Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
• Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
• Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly stock counts and investigate variances

Candidate Profile

• Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
• Strong numeracy and accuracy on stock counts and pick lists
• 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 Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles
• Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles

Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.