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Imperial Logistics – Company Profile & Opportunities
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What Imperial Logistics research shows
Imperial Logistics is South Africa's largest third-party logistics company, providing warehousing, distribution, transport, and supply chain management services to manufacturers, retailers, and government clients across all industries. The company operates a fleet of over 8,000 vehicles and manages more than 5 million square metres of warehouse space, serving clients in the FMCG, pharmaceutical, automotive, chemicals, and retail sectors from more than 500 operating facilities.
Locations
Bedfordview (Head Office), Johannesburg, Cape Town
Company size
28,000+
Role areas
Code 14 Driver, Code 10 Driver, Forklift Operator
Typical pay
R6,500–R45,000/month
Head office
Bedfordview (Head Office)
Founded
1948
What the work may be like
Imperial Logistics operates at industrial scale — large distribution centres, dedicated client sites, and a massive fleet operation create a professional, process-driven environment. The company has invested in driver health and wellness programmes that smaller operators don't offer.
Warehouse operations run shift-based across FMCG, pharmaceutical, and retail supply chains. The sheer scale means strong process discipline is expected, and performance is measured consistently.
Hiring and application process
Candidates can apply for roles at Imperial Logistics through the company’s dedicated careers portal or leading South African job platforms, uploading a CV that clearly highlights relevant qualifications. Screening begins with verification of entry requirements such as a Matric certificate for warehouse positions, a valid Code 10 or 14 PrDP for drivers, or a logistics diploma or degree for professional posts, followed by aptitude assessments, panel interviews and reference plus criminal-record checks.
The process from application to offer typically spans four to six weeks. Applicants should review Imperial’s fleet operations and supply-chain solutions in advance and prepare examples of how they have improved safety or efficiency in previous logistics environments.
Who may be a good fit
- Candidates with Code 10 or Code 14 PrDP licences or warehouse experience looking for SA's largest logistics employer with national reach, structured training, and genuine progression into supervision and management
- SA's largest logistics employer — genuine stability and nationwide career mobility
- One of SA's largest commercial vehicle fleets — driver roles with structured safety and wellness programmes
- Pan-African footprint creates career progression opportunities into regional management for high performers
What candidates should verify
- • Large-scale warehouse and distribution work is shift-based and physically demanding — nights and weekends are standard
- • Scale of the operation means individual visibility requires proactive self-advocacy
- • Confirm salary, shift, location and campaign details in the live vacancy.
- • Use the employer's official application channel and never pay to apply.
At a glance
Who is Imperial Logistics?
Imperial Logistics is a logistics employer with a presence in Bedfordview (Head Office). This ShiftMate Employer Hub brings together company information, workplace context, official links and current opportunities so candidates can make a more informed decision before applying. Explore the employer’s locations, working environment, roles and interview preparation guidance in one place. Employer-controlled information is kept separate from independent worker feedback, and public research is labelled clearly while an employer profile is awaiting review.
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Inside Imperial Logistics.
Imperial Logistics is South Africa's largest third-party logistics company, providing warehousing, distribution, transport, and supply chain management services to manufacturers, retailers, and government clients across all industries. The company operates a fleet of over 8,000 vehicles and manages more than 5 million square metres of warehouse space, serving clients in the FMCG, pharmaceutical, automotive, chemicals, and retail sectors from more than 500 operating facilities.
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Industry
logistics
Location
Bedfordview (Head Office)
Team size
28,000+
Founded
1948
What the employer does
Code 14 Driver · Code 10 Driver · Forklift Operator · Warehouse Selector · Receiving Clerk · Dispatch Clerk · Logistics Coordinator · Fleet Controller · Warehouse Supervisor · Supply Chain Analyst · Operations Manager
Benefits and perks
Medical aid contributions · Provident fund contributions · 13th cheque payments · Performance-based incentives · Skills development programmes
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