Xylem
Kempton Park, Gauteng
Job details
Job type
- Full-time
Location
Kempton Park, Gauteng
Full job description
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Warehouse Driver/Assistant is required to do deliveries to customer sites as and when required and to ensure that all relevant paperwork is always kept on record, when not out on deliveries the candidate will be required to assist in the warehouse.
RESPONSIBILITIES – Driver
- All driving duties
- Operating and maintaining vehicles with a focus on safety and customer courtesy.
- Performing daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Inspect vehicle for safety, fuel, oil, and water before departure.
- Maintain accurate, up to date records on logbook before and after trips and prepare accident and incident report as and when necessary.
- Keep vehicle clean inside and outside.
- Reads and interprets maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for customers.
- Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations of South African Roads.
- Perform any other duties as directed and instructed by supervisor and/or manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES- General Assistance in the warehouse
- Adhere to correct process flow & work instructions.
- Assist dispatch with picking of stock ordered.
- Assist receiving with checking and binning of stock received.
- Ensure stock accuracy is always maintained.
- Ensure cycle counts are conducted as per schedule.
- Participate in Stock taking when required.
- Maintain a neat and orderly environment within the overall warehouse.
Adhering to Safety Regulations
- Conduct operations in a safe manner as per safety standards.
- Ensure that safety checks on lifting equipment are done before operating.
- Report any unsafe working conditions and incidents to your Team Lead.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Completed Matric/National Senior Certificate.
- Code 10 Driver’s License with PDP for at least two years.
- Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience as a driver within similar environment.
- Minimum 3 years warehouse environment experience.
- Maintain and possess a safe driving record.
- Strong communication skills (read, write).
- Ability to operate lifting equipment (Forklift, Turret Truck, Pallet).
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Time management.
- Ability to read, understand and adhere to the rules and regulation of South Africa.
- Ability to read and interpret road signs in English.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish effective professional relationships with customers, co-workers, managers, and employees.
- Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
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