Store Driver – Panorama
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sector: General Retail
Reference: 162637
Closing Date: 24 December 2025

Vacancy Details

Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a Store Driver for their Panorama branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering goods to customers efficiently, safely, and professionally.

Minimum Requirements

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Valid driver’s licence
• Willingness to work retail hours and shifts

Advantageous:

• Previous experience in a similar driving or delivery role

Key Responsibilities

• Transport products to customers safely, courteously, and within set timeframes.
• Learn and assist with dispatch-related tasks.
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of the correct products.
• Prioritise fridge-line deliveries using cooler boxes and cold packs.
• Use the shortest, most efficient route for each delivery and return promptly for additional trips.
• Repack the vehicle after each delivery to prevent damage to goods or the vehicle.
• Take accountability for any damages or losses during delivery.
• Handle fragile and hazardous items with extra care.
• Meet company standards for accuracy and efficiency.
• Follow delivery and pickup instructions provided by the manager.
• Ensure collections, store returns, and inter-branch transfers are correctly checked and signed off.
• Obtain signatures for all delivery documents.
• Confirm correct customer names and addresses before delivery.
• Ensure all invoices are recorded and stored correctly on the delivery log sheet.
• Report any discrepancies immediately.
• Follow the company’s vehicle policy at all times.
• Maintain an up-to-date vehicle logbook.
• Process payments via EFT and cash when required.
• Never leave the delivery vehicle unattended.
• Keep the vehicle clean and presentable.
• Inspect the vehicle before, during, and after trips and report defects to management.
• Report all accidents or incidents involving the vehicle or equipment.
• Comply with all National Road Traffic Act regulations.
• Take responsibility for traffic fines incurred while driving.
• Build effective relationships with internal and external customers.
• Maintain professional conduct when interacting with customers.
• Report customer feedback, complaints, or compliments to management.

Competencies

Essential:

• Strong English communication skills
• Professional and presentable appearance
• Good interaction skills with customers, staff, and managers
• Trustworthy, honest, and reliable
• Good time management

Advantageous:

• Ability to speak more than one language
• Ability to identify and report suspicious behaviour

Special Conditions of Employment

• Willing and able to work shifts and retail hours
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy items while following health and safety standards
• Must have reliable transport or live close to the store
• Must be a South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal record required

Remuneration & Benefits

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment Equity goals will be considered as part of the recruitment process, and applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply.