Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Driver is responsible to provide a reliable and courteous transportation service with safety as a top priority at the SGS Chemical Vaal River Laboratory.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform various tasks relating to the transportation of goods.
• Perform deliveries and/or collections as and when required.
• Operate and maintain records
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Ensure cleanliness of company vehicles.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY

• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.

Qualifications

Education

• Matric (Grade 12) – with Mathematics and Science as subjects
• Valid PrDP (Professional Driving Permit)
• Valid Code 10 Driver’s License

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years driving experience preferably within the mining industry
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of personalities

REQUIRED SKILLS

• A clear criminal record
• Good knowledge of the Gauteng/North West/Free State region
• Ability to read maps/GPS
• Ability to read and write
• Good communication skills
• Professional
• Willing to work overtime
• Flexible