Long Haul Driver - Shakaskraal Bakery at PepsiCo

Responsibilities

Job Overview:

• Responsible for transporting large quantities of goods over long distances.
• Responsible for prompt delivery in bulk or bag to assigned customers and ensured that Products were delivered with no driver related defects.
• Communicating with despatch regarding delivery details, delays and problems with the delivery.
• Monitoring the operation of vehicles to ensure safe driving practices are used at all times.
• Maintaining accurate records of fuel usage, vehicle maintenance schedules and cargo loads and ensure that fuel consumption is at the agreed standard.
• Inspecting and maintaining vehicles to ensure they are safe for operation on the road.
• Responsible for inspection of tyres, lights, trailer couplings and maintaining of oil and water levels to accepted standards.
• Ensure truck maintained in good order, including general cleanliness and condition of bodywork and no issued equipment or spare wheels missing.
• Responsible for reporting of defects/zero breakdowns, responsible for safety of vehicle and adherence to good driving practices including safety inspection stops.
• Responsible for initial fault finding iro vehicle breakdowns, including tyre changes.
• Ensured availability on Cell Phone.
• Zero Speed/Traffic related fines.
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Matric
• Long distance Code 14 licensed driver
• Ability to drive for long periods of time.
• Navigation skills.
• Ability to lift heavy objects if needed.
• Knowledge of road safety rules.
• Communication Skills