Driver

The organisation is recruiting a Driver for its Port Shepstone operation. The role forms part of a wider logistics jobs portfolio across KwaZulu-Natal.

What This Role Involves

Practically speaking, the Driver position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across KwaZulu-Natal. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Port Shepstone and across the logistics jobs space.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the logistics jobs team in KwaZulu-Natal 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 Port Shepstone much easier.

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

The Environment

On top of that, 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.

Equally, 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.

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

Notably, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in KwaZulu-Natal.

What We Offer

Beyond that, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this logistics jobs role in Port Shepstone; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.

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

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

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

Diversity and Inclusion

Practically speaking, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across KwaZulu-Natal, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.

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.

Equally, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Port Shepstone.

Your Future Here

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

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 Port Shepstone team member.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Port Shepstone have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.

Working in Port Shepstone

Crucially, the role is based in Port Shepstone, within the Pietermaritzburg administrative centre. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Port Shepstone and the broader KwaZulu-Natal region.

Many candidates already living within reach of Port Shepstone cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local KwaZulu-Natal economy.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal.

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 Port Shepstone.

Your Role

• Pick, pack and dispatch orders accurately within agreed cut-offs
• Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly stock counts and investigate variances
• Coordinate cross-docking and consolidation with inbound and outbound teams
• Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes
• Prepare daily dispatch and receiving reports for site management
• Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
• Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas

Essential Criteria

• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
• Good communication skills with drivers, suppliers and customers
• 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
• Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles

If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.