Driver assistant job description, duties and requirements
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Driver assistant job description, duties and requirements

There is a huge demand for truck drivers in South Africa. If you are aspiring to become a truck driver but have no experience you could start your career as a driver assistant.

As the name suggests, driver helpers assist company drivers with the delivery of goods or products to customers and clients. They are responsible for  loading and unloading trucks and maintain records of deliveries.

To be successful as a driver asistant, you should be able to follow all company safety procedures. Ultimately, an exceptional driver helper will effectively engage with clients and customers to ensure that their expectations are met.

Driver Helper Responsibilities:

  • Loading and unloading company products.
  • Assisting drivers to find delivery locations.
  • Compiling accurate delivery records and reports.
  • Reporting all delivery-related problems to senior staff.
  • Effectively communicating with clients and customers to resolve complaints.
  • Liaising with the main office or the warehouse logistics team to notify the driver of any changes to daily routes.
  • Assisting with the unloading of the delivery vehicle at the end of each shift.
  • Obtaining clients’ and customers’ signatures as an acknowledgment of having received the delivered products.
  • Ensuring that all safety policies and procedures are adhered to.

Driver Helper Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Proven experience working in warehousing, manufacturing, or production.
  • Proven customer service experience is preferred.
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • The ability to work flexible hours.
  • The ability to lift heavy objects.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic.

As a driver assistant you could work your way up to become a truck driver. This is a good opportunity to get kick start your career. Search here for any driver assistant job vacancies at freerecruit.co.za.

Good luck with your job search.

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