Heavy Duty Driver - RCL Foods

The Chicken Business is currently recruiting for an Heavy Duty Driver to be based in Mpumalanga and report to the Hatchery Manager.The role will be responsible for taking full responsibility and accountability for the vehicle check sheets / Report faults and safe work procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

Timekeeping:

• Vehicle Check Sheets / Report Faults:
• Ensure that you complete the truck checklist before you leave the premises.
• Ensure you report any faults found on the truck during the day to the Hatchery Manager.
• Ensure you filled the vehicle with diesel before when needed before departing for deliveries or collections.
• Vehicle to be always kept clean (in and outside) No eating drinking or smoking while driving.
• No reckless driving at any time.
• Subject to a Breathalyzer test at any time while on duty Vehicle never to be overloaded Off-loading and loading of stock, material, or equipment.

Timekeeping:

• Ensure you start duty at the right time as per the agreed contract
• In the event of ill health, ensure you inform your supervisor well before the time with valid reason. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action.

Safe Work Procedures:

• Protective clothing: Keep clean and in good repair.
• DO NOT drive vehicles if it is unsafe to do so. Make sure you have your driving license with you; it is a criminal offence to drive without it.
• Do not exceed speed limits, Hijack – Watch out for suspicious-looking people.
• Do not give lifts, and do not stop for hitchhikers.
• Do not leave the truck unattended and do not leave the key in the ignition while you offload.

Relationships:

• Ensure that you greet the customer in a friendly way.
• Ensure that you handle the products with care.
• Ensure you check the products in conjunction with the customer and delivery note.
• Ensure that the customer follows the correct procedures with regard to receiving and that all documents are signed/stamped as per your POD manual.

Dress Code:

• Always wear the correct dress code.
• Ensure your uniform is always clean and neat.

General:

• Assist in the same day / Saturday / Sunday or Public Holiday deliveries as and when the need arises. Carry out other instructions from your manager
• WASH Vehicle regularly.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12

• Valid code 10 (and code 14 EC Driver’s License will be advantageous and PrDP and valid passport (not expiring within 6 months)

• 3 years’ experience in loading and delivery of products