CROSS BORDER DRIVER – Jet.X Couriers 392 views

The above-mentioned position is vacant at our Jet.X Couriers Windhoek Depot. The FP du Toit Transport Group is in existence since 1968 and diversified over time from a solely long-haul operation to one which now includes Pro Parcel (a part-load and distribution operation), Jet.X Couriers (an express road and air courier service) as well as Wesbank Transport (a full-load and abnormal division). This is in line with our strategy to offer our clients a complete range of services to satisfy all their logistical requirements. This position reports to the Operations Manager in Windhoek.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure safe and secure, handling, loading and off- loading of consignments
• Ensure safe and secure movement of freight
• Ensure consignments are off-loaded on route (where applicable and when approved), in a safe and secure
• area and handed over to the authorized consignee/depot/controller/any other authorized
• Handling of fuel management and ensuring all procedures regarding refuelling, fuel cards and petty cash transactions are followed
• Adhere to health and safety regulations of the company and client’s sites
• Adhere to road safety regulations
• Adhere to security measures, including unpacking, inspections, quality checks, etc
• Be present at time of loading in order to verify the freight loaded to the paperwork received
• Basic vehicle checks/ maintenance daily (oil, water, tyres, etc)
• Notify Supervisor/Manager of any defaults/problems on the vehicles
• Ensure all fragile/fridge-line/high value consignments are handled/loaded correctly
• Handle all administration duties (MDC completions, etc) on a daily basis
• Any other duties in line with the responsibilities of a Cross Border Driver

THE SUITABLE APPLICANT WILL HAVE

• A valid Grade 10/12 (with at least 23 points)
• 2-5 years applied experience driving cross border routes
• Valid applicable Code CE Driver’s License with valid PDP
• Police clearance certificate (not older than 3 months) – No criminal record
• Must be efficient in terms of on time freight delivery, without shortages/breakages
• Attention to detail
• Good problem-solving skills
• Customer focused, presentable and good communication skills
• Sober habits
• Namibian Citizenship

Suitably qualified candidates from previously disadvantage groups are encouraged to apply