APPLY NOW DRIVER x3 WANTED – BIDVEST OPPORTUNITIES
Employer: Bidvest
Job Reference: 62529
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
Job Category: Driving, Administration and Logistics
ABOUT THE EMPLOYER
Bidvest is the employer named in this vacancy. The advertised Driver position combines driving responsibilities with document delivery, collections, basic administrative support, and occasional storeroom duties. The successful candidate will help ensure that documents, equipment, merchandise, and other items reach the correct destinations safely and on time.
The role also supports internal office operations by assisting with administrative tasks, maintaining accurate delivery records, and communicating messages between employees and offices. Bidvest is seeking a responsible and organised individual with relevant office-driving experience, a valid Public Driver Permit (PDP), and the ability to support both driving and general office activities.
JOB PURPOSE
The purpose of the Driver position is to collect and deliver documentation, merchandise, equipment, and other items using a company vehicle. The driver will serve internal and external customers, follow daily delivery and collection instructions, and maintain accurate records of all movements. In addition to driving duties, the role includes transporting employees between regional offices when required, providing basic administrative assistance, and helping with storeroom activities from time to time. The successful applicant must demonstrate reliability, good communication, planning ability, and a customer-focused approach.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. DELIVERIES AND COLLECTIONS
- Read and follow daily instructions for scheduled deliveries and collections.
- Deliver and collect company documentation, equipment, merchandise, and petty cash between internal and external customers.
- Collect company mail from the post office and deliver it to the appropriate office.
- Ensure that items are taken to the correct destinations and that delivery and collection information is recorded accurately.
- Transport employees to other regional offices when required.
2. RECORD-KEEPING AND COMMUNICATION
- Maintain a delivery and collection logbook containing the relevant tracking numbers.
- Keep an accurate message book to record messages and relay information to the office promptly.
- Communicate clearly with colleagues and customers regarding deliveries, collections, and messages.
- Follow instructions carefully to help ensure that tasks are completed correctly and on schedule.
Accurate records and timely communication are important parts of the role, helping the office track items and coordinate daily activities.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
When based in the office, the driver will assist staff with basic administrative duties, which may include:
- Photocopying documents.
- Shredding paper.
- Filing paperwork.
- Preparing document bundles and packs.
- Loading paper into office printers.
- Replacing printer toner cartridges.
- Reporting faults or malfunctions involving office machines and equipment so that maintenance can be arranged.
These responsibilities require attention to detail, organisation, and a willingness to assist with tasks beyond driving.
5. VEHICLE AND ROUTE-RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES
The position requires the ability to read maps and use GPS navigation to locate destinations. Applicants must also have motor fault-finding ability, as specified in the vacancy requirements. These skills are important when navigating delivery routes and identifying potential vehicle-related issues. The advertisement does not specify additional vehicle maintenance duties, so applicants should confirm any further expectations with the employer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Applicants must meet the following stated requirements:
- Matric: A Grade 12 qualification is required.
- Public Driver Permit (PDP): Applicants must have the required permit.
- Office-driving experience: At least three years of relevant experience in an office driver capacity.
- Storeroom experience: At least one year of relevant storeman experience.
- Navigation skills: The ability to read maps and use GPS.
- Motor fault finding: Applicants must have the stated ability to identify motor-related faults.
Candidates should ensure that their qualifications, driving credentials, and work experience meet the requirements before applying.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
CUSTOMER AND CLIENT FOCUS
The driver must maintain a professional approach when interacting with internal and external customers. Deliveries, collections, and messages should be handled responsibly and efficiently. The ability to follow daily instructions, organise routes, and manage assigned tasks is essential for completing deliveries and collections effectively.
COMMUNICATION AND LISTENING
Good listening skills are needed to understand instructions, while good oral communication helps ensure that information and messages are relayed accurately and promptly. Applicants should be able to understand situations, process information, and respond appropriately when carrying out their duties. The role requires the ability to manage situations where instructions or circumstances may need clarification. Employees should use sound judgement and communicate with the relevant people when necessary.
ORGANISATION AND ACCURACY
Maintaining logbooks, recording tracking numbers, managing messages, and assisting with documents require care and attention to detail.
WORK CONDITIONS
This is a permanent position involving a combination of driving, delivery and collection duties, office administration, and occasional storeroom assistance. The successful candidate will use a company vehicle to complete assigned tasks and may be required to transport employees to other regional offices. The role also involves working with office documents, printer equipment, and delivery records.
The vacancy does not specify the exact work location, working hours, overtime arrangements, company vehicle conditions, or whether travel outside the usual service area is required. Applicants should confirm these details with Bidvest during the recruitment process.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary is listed as market related, meaning the advertisement does not provide a specific monthly amount.
No additional benefits, allowances, medical aid, pension contributions, or other remuneration details are stated in the supplied vacancy information. Candidates should confirm the salary package and any employment benefits directly with the employer.https://flashjobs.co.za/
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should refer to the official Bidvest recruitment channel or the original vacancy listing and search using the following reference:
Job Reference: 62529
Before applying, prepare an updated CV that clearly outlines your relevant office-driving experience, storeman experience, Matric qualification, and driving credentials. Highlight your ability to use GPS, read maps, identify motor faults, maintain records, and provide administrative support. Ensure that your application information is accurate and that you meet the stated minimum requirements. Follow the instructions in the official vacancy listing for submitting your application. The supplied advertisement does not include a direct application link or closing date. Applicants should consult the original listing or Bidvest’s recruitment team for these details.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
This opportunity is suited to an experienced office driver who can manage deliveries and collections while supporting daily administrative and storeroom activities. Applicants must have Matric, a PDP, three years of relevant office-driving experience, and one year of storeman experience. Strong communication, planning, customer service, navigation, and record-keeping skills are also important.