Driver Reliever – Premier Lusikisiki
Closing Date: May 7, 2025
Location: Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Reference Number: PRE250430-6
Site: 674 – BRB Mthatha
Join Premier, a leading FMCG company, as a Driver Reliever in Lusikisiki. Support daily product deliveries, ensure customer satisfaction, and grow your career in a dynamic team. Apply by May 7, 2025
About Premier
Premier is a trusted South African FMCG company, renowned for producing high-quality bakery and food products. Operating in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, we are committed to delivering excellence and fostering career growth while prioritizing internal promotions and employment equity.
Job Purpose
As a Driver Reliever, you will assist the Driver/Salesman in delivering Premier products to customers, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. You will also support cash and tray collection, maintain vehicle safety, and contribute to customer relationship building in the FMCG sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Verify and sign off on company products as per loading sheet.
- Adhere to standard departure times for deliveries.
- Ensure vehicle safety and hygiene compliance.
- Collect and manage cash from customers, banking daily as required.
- Offload products at customer locations.
- Report accidents immediately to the transport department and Service Manager.
- Assist with truck reversing per company SOP.
- Manage truck stock and cash reconciliation.
- Visit customers daily and identify new business opportunities on routes.
- Balance trays and reconcile at the site after routes.
- Return all Proof of Delivery (POD) documents.
Qualification Requirements
- Grade 12/Matric certificate.
- Valid Code 10 driver’s license with Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
Experience Requirements
- 1-2 years’ experience in the FMCG industry.
- Minimum of 24 months’ driving experience.
Key Outputs and Competencies
- Strong people management and relationship-building skills.
- Basic computer skills and ability to communicate at all levels.
- Self-motivated, responsible, and detail-oriented.
- Analytical thinking and decision-making abilities.
- Effective organizing and planning skills.
- Physical ability to handle delivery tasks.
- Problem-solving and teamwork capabilities.
- Innovation and continuous improvement mindset.
- Accountability and sense of urgency for results.
Why Join Premier?
Premier offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career advancement, prioritizing internal promotions. Join a leading FMCG brand in Lusikisiki, contribute to quality product delivery, and work in a team committed to excellence and employment equity.
Application Process
Apply online via the Premier careers portal, quoting reference number PRE250430-6. If you do not hear back within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful. Internal applicants are given priority in line with company policy.
Note: Ensure all application details are accurate, as false information may lead to disqualification. Applications must be submitted through the official portal; hand-delivered or faxed submissions will not be accepted.
