Owner Driver - Midrand at RCL Foods

Vector Logistics has an amazing opportunity for a Driver Owner within our Vector Logistics Division.  The role will be based in our Gauteng region and will report to the Transport Controller . Vector Logistics is looking for individuals that are passionate about moving beyond. An individual that is passionate about succeeding, shows initiative, and is customer eccentric.

• Vector Logistics entrusts the Owner Driver to perform a delivery service of products in accordance with agreements and set standards as set out in prescribed KPI’s whilst adhering to business ethics which are consistent with Vector’s values. 

To perform a delivery service of products in accordance with agreements and set standards as set out in prescribed KPI’s whilst adhering to business ethics which are consistent with Vector’s values.

Minimum Requirements    

• Health: Should be medically fit in terms of the legislative requirements of the Road Transport Act.
• Should meet the health criteria as determined by the appropriate Financial/Life Assurance institution in order to qualify for insurance and lease pre-requisites as outlined in the Owner Driver contract (Status and health to be determined by Workforce Healthcare or a Certified Medical Practitioner/Specialist)
• Legal Requirements: Valid, unendorsed EC (Code 14) Drivers Licence, PRDP permit, legally competent on AARTO regulations, not under curatorship
• Matric (NQF 4) or higher qualification.
• National Certificate I in Professional Driving would be advantageous.
• Preferably 2-3 years’ experience in Distribution environment.
• Experience in customer service is advantageous.
• Credit check to be run.
• Clear SARS statement of account for personal tax

Duties & Responsibilities    
Taking Full Responsibility and Accountability of the following areas but not limited to:

• Vehicle check sheets / Report faults
• Stock
• Cash
• Good handling practices
• Safe work procedures
• Customer Relationships
• Product / Air Temperatures
• Productivity
• Communication
• Timekeeping
• Dress code
• General

Equipment needed
Stock

• Ensure fridge is running at all times (Not to switch off while offloading).
• Ensure product is in good condition.
• Do not offload any damaged product – return to the branch and inform Controller.
• Offload stock at delivery point as per invoice.
• Ensure doors are always closed when offloading.
• Ensure strip curtains are always down while offloading.

Managerial Skills & Attributes

• Clear ability to motivate and lead a crew
• Demonstrate understanding of good IR practises
• Willingness to deal with errant behaviour
• Understanding of legal requirements as an employer
• Ability & willingness to train crew to achieve performance standards
• Manage remuneration appropriately
• Maturity to balance short term and long-term financial pressure
• Good relations with all external customers and 3rd party service
• Good self-management and time management
• Insight into efficient operating techniques

Business Knowledge

• Should have basic knowledge of business principles, income, expenses, profit, management of assets
• Should be proficient in English and relevant regional language
• Must have entrepreneurial mindset and motivation

In depth understanding of:

• Customer Service Excellence and KPI’s
• Productivity KPI’s
• Waste Management