DC Van Assistant at Dis-Chem Warehouse, Cape Town
Dis-Chem Pharmacies · Stikland, Cape Town, Western Cape
Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Stikland, Cape Town is looking for a DC Van Assistant to join their warehouse team. If you have Matric with English and Maths and 2 years of experience in distribution or logistics, this permanent full time role offers a chance to grow within South Africa's leading pharmacy retail group. You will assist with loading and offloading delivery vehicles and making sure goods reach the right stores on time.
About the role
As a DC Van Assistant at Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Stikland, Cape Town, you will play a key role in keeping the warehouse running smoothly. Your main focus will be helping the driver load and offload goods, and making sure deliveries reach the correct customer or store. You will work closely with the dispatch team and follow company procedures to keep stock safe and deliveries accurate.
Day to day you can expect to:
- Check delivery log sheets to confirm all items are loaded and delivered correctly
- Help maintain an organised loading and offloading system
- Make sure collections and returns are checked, signed for and sent to the receiving area
- Hand in trip reports on time and report any discrepancies to your supervisor
- Repack leftover stock after deliveries to prevent damage
- Follow all health and safety rules and report any accidents or incidents
You will need to adapt to shift work including nights, weekends and public holidays, as the business needs it. The role is based at the Dis-Chem distribution centre in Stikland and is a permanent full time position.
Requirements
- Matric with English and Mathematics as passing subjects
- At least 2 years experience in a distribution, logistics or supply chain environment
- Computer literacy with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Knowledge of distribution centre, logistics and supply chain operations
- Good English communication skills, both written and spoken
- Must be a South African citizen with a clear criminal and credit record (MIE check)
- Valid driver's license and/or own reliable transport
- Able to work shifts including days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime
- Willing to be rotated to different functions in the department as needed
- Advantageous: Supply Chain or Logistics degree or diploma
Responsibilities
- Assist the driver in loading and offloading the delivery vehicle
- Make sure correct products are delivered to the right store or customer on time
- Verify all items on Delivery Log Sheets and trip sheets before loading and delivery
- Follow store and warehouse loading and unloading policies and procedures
- Check, sign for and return all collections, store returns and inter branch stock to the dispatch receiving area
- Hand in accurate DLS and trip reports on time at end of day
- Report any discrepancies or issues to the supervisor immediately
- Repack remaining stock in the vehicle after deliveries to prevent damage
- Report all accidents and incidents involving drivers or company equipment
- Adhere to Dis-Chem policies, standard operating procedures, and health and safety regulations
Benefits
Market related salary, medical aid, provident fund, staff account
Job details
- Organisation
- Dis-Chem Pharmacies
- Location
- Stikland, Cape Town, Western Cape
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Junior (2+ years)
- Education
- Matric
- Category
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
Hey there! This DC Van Assistant role at Dis-Chem in Stikland is a solid entry point into warehouse and logistics work with a big, well known company. When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your Matric results and your 2 years of experience in a distribution or logistics setting. If you have a driver's license, mention it early because they ask for it. Also be ready to talk about working shifts and weekends, since the job requires flexibility. In an interview, they will likely ask how you handle deadlines and what you do when you spot a mistake in a delivery log. Show that you are reliable and pay attention to detail. A positive attitude and willingness to learn go a long way here. Good luck!
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