Driver

A Driver is needed in Umhlanga. The role focuses on consistent delivery, accurate work and clear communication across the KwaZulu-Natal operation.

What This Role Involves

The organisation is investing in its Umhlanga operation, and this Driver position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the logistics jobs function and contribute to the wider KwaZulu-Natal business.

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 Umhlanga much easier.

Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Umhlanga teams, and the new Driver will feel that from the first week.

Based in Umhlanga

Umhlanga continues to grow as an employment hub in KwaZulu-Natal, with on the Umhlanga Ridge business corridor. 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 Umhlanga 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.

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 Umhlanga.

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

Growing With Us

Career progression for this logistics jobs role in Umhlanga depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in KwaZulu-Natal.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Umhlanga team member.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

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

Diversity and Inclusion

Notably, 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.

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

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.

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

The Environment

Importantly, 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.

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

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

On top of that, 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.

Key Outputs

• Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
• Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
• 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
• Pick, pack and dispatch orders accurately within agreed cut-offs
• Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles
• Understanding of inbound, outbound and stock-take processes
• 2+ years’ experience in warehousing, distribution or logistics
• Good communication skills with drivers, suppliers and customers
• Able to perform the essential manual-handling duties safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable

If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.