Delivery Driver

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1 month ago
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Full Time
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Malta
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€16.50K - €21K gross / year

Overview

The Delivery Driver is responsible for transporting goods and materials from distribution centers or suppliers to customers or designated locations. They play a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining vehicle safety, and providing excellent customer service.


Duties

Loading and Unloading:
  • Load goods onto the delivery vehicle, ensuring proper stacking, securing, and distribution of weight to prevent damage during transit.
  • Unload goods at delivery locations, verifying quantities and inspecting items for damage or discrepancies.
Route Planning and Navigation:
  • Plan delivery routes using GPS navigation systems or maps to optimize efficiency, minimize travel time, and meet delivery schedules.
  • Navigate through traffic and road conditions safely, following traffic laws and regulations at all times.
Vehicle Maintenance:
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of delivery vehicles, checking fluid levels, tire pressure, brakes, lights, and other safety features.
  • Report any mechanical issues, damages, or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
Customer Interaction:
  • Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers courteously, answering questions, and addressing concerns or special requests.
  • Obtain signatures or proof of delivery from customers, and collect payments or invoices as required.
Documentation and Record-Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including delivery logs, mileage, fuel consumption, and expenses.
  • Complete delivery paperwork such as delivery manifests, invoices, and receipts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.

Qualifications

  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; commercial driver's license (CDL) may be required for larger vehicles or specific routes.
  • Previous experience as a delivery driver or in a similar role preferred.
  • Familiarity with local roads, routes, and traffic patterns.
  • Physical fitness and stamina to lift and carry heavy packages, load and unload goods, and perform other manual tasks as needed.
  • Excellent driving skills, including defensive driving techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.

The Delivery Driver position requires a reliable and responsible individual who can safely and efficiently transport goods, navigate delivery routes, interact professionally with customers, and maintain accurate records of deliveries and vehicle maintenance.

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