CODE 14 DRIVER

Job Advert Summary

Macsteel is looking for a reliable and safety-conscious Driver to complete local and long-distance deliveries while providing excellent customer service. The successful candidate will ensure timely deliveries, perform daily vehicle inspections, maintain vehicle roadworthiness, safely load and offload materials, complete all required delivery documentation, and comply with road traffic, SHEQ, and company safety standards. The role requires professionalism when interacting with customers and suppliers, adherence to delivery schedules, and the correct use of company PPE and attire.

Minimum Requirements

Required Qualifications / Experience:

• Minimum Grade 12 / NQF Level 4.
• Valid Code 14 / EC driver's licence.
• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
• Previous Code 14 driving experience.
• Previous experience with local and/or country deliveries.
• Knowledge of material grades, steel products and Macsteel products would be advantageous.
• Ability to read and understand loading notes, delivery notes, trip sheets and other delivery documentation.
• Ability to use and understand measuring equipment, including a vernier and measuring tape.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (read, write and speak).
• Customer-focused and able to represent the Company professionally.
• Prepared to multitask and assist in different operational areas when required.
• Prepared to work overtime, shifts, weekends and outside normal working hours when operationally required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Driving and Deliveries

• Complete local and country customer deliveries according to planned routes and delivery schedules.
• Adhere to designated routes and ensure all stops are recorded on the relevant trip sheet.
• Report delays, breakdowns, route deviations or other delivery concerns to management immediately.
• Ensure vehicles are not left unattended while off Company premises.
• Perform any reasonable and lawful tasks as required by management.

Vehicle Checks, Roadworthiness and Safety

• Complete the required daily vehicle checklist before departure and report all defects or concerns.
• Ensure the allocated vehicle is maintained in a clean, safe and roadworthy condition.
• Check tyres, vehicle condition and required safety equipment before use.
• Ensure vehicles are refuelled as required.
• Ensure required vehicle and driver documentation is valid and available at all times.
• Comply with Company SHEQ requirements, road traffic legislation and safe driving procedures.
• Report accidents, incidents, vehicle damage and breakdowns according to Company procedures.

Loading, Offloading and Material Control

• Ensure material loaded corresponds with the relevant loading and delivery documentation.
• Ensure loads are correctly positioned, safely secured and within the vehicle's permitted load limits.
• Check that material is in an acceptable condition before leaving the branch.
• Ensure loads are protected against adverse weather conditions where required.
• Assist with loading and offloading of material at the branch and customer premises when required.
• Ensure goods are delivered to the correct customer and delivery address.
• Obtain the required authorised signatures and proof of delivery.
• Ensure completed trip sheets, signed delivery notes and other required documentation are returned.

Customer Service

• Represent Macsteel professionally when dealing with customers and suppliers.
• Wear the required Company attire and PPE.