Driver (Code 10)
Company
Absolute Pets
Location
Durban
Via
Indeed
Job Description
Specialising in premium pet foods and accessories, Absolute Pets is the leading pet retailer in South Africa with over 180 stores across the country.
Our team of experts is looking for a Warehouse Driver to join the Absolute Pets team at the warehouse in Pinetown, Durban.
If you want to join our team, these are a few of the key areas that you will need to be responsible for:
• Ensure timely deliveries to stores as per the route schedule.
• Ensure that the vehicle leaves the warehouse by no later than 09H00 every morning (Mondays to Fridays).
• Ensure that the vehicle is loaded in an organised manner according to the delivery route schedule for the day.
• Ensure that all food items are checked and verified upon loading of the vehicle.
• Ensuring correct stock is delivered to the specific stores and that the stores check all food items delivered upon delivery in the presence of the truck driver.
• Minimize the damages by careful handling of products during loading and offloading.
• Report all discrepancies that are found during the delivery route to the warehouse manager.
• Ensure that all stock returned to the warehouse is checked and verified as correct according to the IBT document. All stock discrepancies must be noted on the IBT.
• The delivery vehicle must be kept neat and tidy at all times.
• Any vehicle damages or breakages must be reported to the warehouse manager as soon as possible.
• Behave and perform their duties and responsibilities in a manner that upholds The Company values.
• Assist in any other general warehouse duties as per operational needs.
REQUIREMENTS
• Code 10 with PDP
• Proven work experience as a delivery vehicle driver
• The ability to work on your own and part of a team
Our team of experts is looking for a Warehouse Driver to join the Absolute Pets team at the warehouse in Pinetown, Durban.
If you want to join our team, these are a few of the key areas that you will need to be responsible for:
• Ensure timely deliveries to stores as per the route schedule.
• Ensure that the vehicle leaves the warehouse by no later than 09H00 every morning (Mondays to Fridays).
• Ensure that the vehicle is loaded in an organised manner according to the delivery route schedule for the day.
• Ensure that all food items are checked and verified upon loading of the vehicle.
• Ensuring correct stock is delivered to the specific stores and that the stores check all food items delivered upon delivery in the presence of the truck driver.
• Minimize the damages by careful handling of products during loading and offloading.
• Report all discrepancies that are found during the delivery route to the warehouse manager.
• Ensure that all stock returned to the warehouse is checked and verified as correct according to the IBT document. All stock discrepancies must be noted on the IBT.
• The delivery vehicle must be kept neat and tidy at all times.
• Any vehicle damages or breakages must be reported to the warehouse manager as soon as possible.
• Behave and perform their duties and responsibilities in a manner that upholds The Company values.
• Assist in any other general warehouse duties as per operational needs.
REQUIREMENTS
• Code 10 with PDP
• Proven work experience as a delivery vehicle driver
• The ability to work on your own and part of a team
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for security guards in South Africa is R30.50 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Security guards working more than 45 hours per week receive 1.5 times the hourly rate for overtime. This rate applies uniformly across all provinces under the National Minimum Wage Act.
What education and experience do I need for security guard jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants for security guard roles must have completed Grade 10 and hold a valid Grade E PSIRA certificate obtained after 21 days of training. At least 6 months of prior experience in a registered security firm is required for Grade D or higher positions as of 2026.
How many hours per week can security guards work and what leave is provided in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, security guards in South Africa are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 10 hours overtime. Employees receive 15 days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service and 6 weeks of paid sick leave over a 3-year cycle starting 1 January 2026.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, PSIRA registration certificate, Grade 10 certificate, and a valid bank statement dated within 3 months as of 2026. A police clearance certificate issued no earlier than 6 months prior is also mandatory for all applications.
