Store Driver – De Wiekus, Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited / The Local Choice Pharmacy
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Retail / Pharmaceutical
Closing Date: 25 March 2026
Job Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies, through its subsidiary The Local Choice Corporate Stores, is seeking a reliable and professional Store Driver for their De Wiekus branch in the Kempton Park Region. This role is crucial to the store’s daily operations, requiring a candidate who is not just a driver, but a brand ambassador who ensures products are delivered to customers safely, efficiently, and with the highest standard of service.
If you are a detail-oriented individual with a valid driver’s license and a passion for customer satisfaction, this is an excellent opportunity to join a leading retail pharmacy group in South Africa.
Key Responsibilities: The Role of a Store Driver
As a Store Driver, you will be the face of The Local Choice Pharmacy to many customers. Your primary duty is to execute deliveries in a timely and productive manner, but your role extends far beyond the wheel. You will be accountable for the entire delivery process, from the moment you leave the store to your safe return.
Logistics and Delivery Management:
· Safe Transport: Safely transport pharmaceutical and retail products to customer locations, ensuring a courteous and safe driving experience.
· Route Optimization: Utilize the shortest and most efficient routes to maximize productivity and ensure timeous deliveries, returning to the store immediately after each trip.
· Priority Deliveries: Understand the urgency of fridge line deliveries, ensuring they are prioritized and transported using cooler boxes and cold packs to maintain product integrity.
· Vehicle Maintenance and Safety: Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle for defects before, during, and after trips. You are responsible for keeping the vehicle clean, washed, and securely locked at all times during deliveries. After completing deliveries, the vehicle must be repacked properly to prevent stock damage.
Financial and Administrative Accountability:
· Cash and Receipts Management: Handle payments professionally via EFT and cash (cheques are not accepted). All cash and product receipts must be handed to the cashier before the close of business.
· Documentation: Ensure all delivery paperwork, including invoices and delivery log sheets, is accurately completed, recorded, and signed by customers. Report any discrepancies to management immediately.
· Loss Prevention: You will be fully accountable for all damages and losses that occur during the delivery process, requiring a high level of care and attention, especially with fragile or hazardous products.
Customer Service Excellence:
· Professional Representation: Uphold a professional demeanor and wear the correct company uniform at all times when interacting with customers.
· Relationship Building: Establish long-term customer relationships by providing prompt, courteous, and reliable service.
· Feedback Loop: Listen to customer complaints and requests, providing accurate feedback to management to help improve operating efficiencies.
Minimum Requirements: Do You Have What It Takes?
To be considered for this Store Driver position, candidates must meet the following essential criteria:
· Education: Grade 12 / Matric.
· Licensing: A valid, unendorsed Driver’s License.
· Citizenship: South African citizen or hold a valid work permit.
· Background Check: Must have clear credit and criminal records.
· Physical Health: Must be in good physical health, including good eyesight, to safely operate a vehicle.
Advantageous Skills:
· Previous experience in a similar delivery or driver role.
· Fluency in a second additional South African language.
Competencies and Attributes
The ideal candidate for this retail driving job will be a self-starter who embodies the following traits:
· Integrity and Trust: Be trustworthy and honest, with a strong ethical compass.
· Customer Orientation: A natural ability to communicate and listen effectively, ensuring client satisfaction.
· Time Management: Be deadline-driven and self-motivated to manage a busy delivery schedule.
· Attention to Detail: Meticulous in checking invoices, payments, and delivery addresses to ensure 100% accuracy.
· Accountability: Take ownership of the vehicle, stock, and all related paperwork. This includes being responsible for any traffic fines incurred.
· Flexibility: Willing to be rotated to other functions within the store should the need arise.
Remuneration and Benefits
· Salary: Market-related, commensurate with experience and skills.
Why Join Dis-Chem / The Local Choice Pharmacy?
Dis-Chem is one of South Africa’s most trusted pharmacy retailers. By joining the team at the De Wiekus store in Kempton Park, you become part of a professional environment that values cooperation, personal credibility, and a focus on quality. This role offers stability and the chance to build a career within a major retail group.
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to drive your career forward, submit your CV today.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date (25 March 2026), please consider your application unsuccessful.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is an equal-opportunity employer. The company reserves the right to not fill this position.
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