Econo Foods, a prominent Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) retailer specializing in frozen food products, is offering Festive Delivery Assistant roles for the 2026 festive season. These positions support the company’s delivery operations, ensuring accurate and timely product deliveries during a busy period.
About the Festive Delivery Assistant Role
The Delivery Assistant works alongside delivery drivers, playing a crucial role in safely transporting goods to customers. Duties include loading and unloading products, handling delivery documentation such as Proof of Delivery (POD) signatures, assisting with invoice corrections, verifying payments, and providing courteous customer service.
This position requires physical effort as well as administrative accuracy, especially during the fast-paced festive season. The assistant also helps maintain cleanliness in the delivery vehicle and supports adherence to safety protocols throughout the delivery process.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should possess a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or an equivalent qualification. A minimum of two years’ experience in warehousing or logistics environments is required, with a preference for candidates who have worked within the FMCG retail sector. Experience in frozen food delivery or similar roles is advantageous.
Key Requirements and Skills
- Grade 12/Matric qualification
- 2+ years’ experience in warehousing, logistics, or FMCG environments
- Good interpersonal and communication skills in English (spoken and written)
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications
- Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy in handling delivery documents and stock
- Physical capability for loading and unloading products
- Customer service orientation with professionalism and courtesy
- Willingness to follow safety guidelines, use PPE where required, and help maintain a safe working environment
Location and Availability
The roles are seasonal for the upcoming 2026 festive period. Specific delivery routes and location details are managed by Econo Foods, a South African FMCG company. No particular regional limitation is specified, but applicants should be prepared for active delivery duties.
Application Deadline
Interested candidates must submit their applications before 15 October 2026.
What Applicants Should Know Before Applying
Applicants are advised to ensure their CV clearly shows their Matric qualification and relevant work experience, emphasizing warehouse, logistics, FMCG retail experience, and skills related to deliveries, stock handling, and customer service.
Honesty and accuracy in presenting qualifications and experience are essential. The role demands professionalism, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently in a physically active and dynamic work environment.
How to Apply
Applications for the Festive Delivery Assistant positions must be submitted through Econo Foods’ online application portal. Prospective applicants can access the application form using the official online application link. Ensure that your submission is completed before the closing date to be considered.
