RESPONSIBILITIESGather information→     Read work orders (delivery notes) to determine designated locations to pick up and deliver freight. Must be able to work extended hours during the week, including overnight stays.→     Establish destinations, determine most appropriate routes and ensure goods arrive at destination on timeDrive vehicles→     Manoeuvre vehicles into position for loading and unloading→     Arrange, assist with and perform loading and unloading operations using lifting and tipping devices to ensure goods are arranged for ease of delivery and safely secured to avoid damage→     Observing strict safety requirements when loading and unloading vehiclesMaintain vehicles and related equipment→     Regularly inspect and control equipment (e.g. straps and winches) to identify wear and damage, including daily checklist, to ensure they can be driven safely→     Monitor vehicle visually through gauges and instruments→     Record and report breakdowns and/or defects immediately (report vehicle maintenance needs)Monitor processes, materials, and surroundings→     Care should be taken not to damage bags, pallets or vehicles when loading and unloading material from vehicles→     Ensure quality control standards are adhered to, including packing, wrapping, labelling, storing, etc.→     Estimate weights to comply with load limitations and ensure safe distribution of weight→     Ensure goods are stored and securely covered to prevent loss and damageDocument, record and report information→     Maintain necessary paperwork for goods received and delivery notes (check for accuracy)→     Verify loading documents, check condition of goods and obtain certification of deliveries→     All accidents, incidents and near misses regarding vehicles should be recorded and reportedComply with policies and procedures→     Ensure health and safety policies are adhered to→     Ensure correct appropriate PPE is used at all times and operating procedures are followed strictly→     Manage general housekeeping in area of responsibility→     Observe prescribed speeds, nearby traffic, travelling conditions and signals to ensure safe arrival of passengers and freightRequired SkillsTruck Driver: 2 to 3 yearsCandidate RequirementsThe Candidate Must:Have their own cell phoneBe fluent in both English and AfrikaansBe punctualBe able to work under pressureBe experienced in operating a variety of large motor vehicles.Be willing to partake in an entry medical examinationThe post Code 10/14 Drivers appeared first on freerecruit.co.za.