Work-Force
This is a current vacancy. Whether you are an experienced Driver Assistant or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Bethal. The team hires on merit and across communities in Mpumalanga.
Overview
The Driver Assistant vacancy forms part of how the Bethal 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 Assistant taking on this position.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Driver Assistant to step into the logistics jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Day in the Life
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.
Practically speaking, the Bethal 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 Bethal.
Where You’ll Work
Practically speaking, 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 role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Mpumalanga.
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.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
- Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system
- Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
- Liaise with transporters, drivers and customers on dispatch schedules
- Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
- Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
- Support cycle-count and full inventory takes with the finance team
What You’ll Need
- Able to perform the essential manual-handling duties safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
- Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.