Code 1 Driver – Long-Haul Specialist with Bonuses

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Overtime opportunities

Performance-based bonuses

Training programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly dependable Professional Code 1 Driver for our Pietermaritzburg-based logistics team. You will operate a modern fleet, adhere to schedules, and uphold safety and vehicle integrity across long-haul and local deliveries.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years’ Code 1 experience, a clean driving record, and resides within commutable distance of Pietermaritzburg. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic and focus on

Qualifications

• Valid Professional Code 1 driver's license with an excellent driving record.
• Minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience as a Code 1 driver.
• Experience in long-haul transportation within South Africa.
• Clear criminal record.
• Reside within commutable distance of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Code 1 heavy-duty vehicle for long-haul and local deliveries.
• Safely load and unload goods, securing and handling.
• Follow traffic laws and company safety regulations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain delivery logs and mileage records.
• Plan optimal routes to ensure timely deliveries and minimize fuel use.
• Communicate with dispatch and clients about delivery status.
• Assist with basic vehicle maintenance and cleaning.

Skills

Code 1 license

Long-haul driving

Defensive driving

Time management

Criminal record clear

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly dependable Professional Code 1 Driver for our Pietermaritzburg-based logistics team. You will operate a modern fleet, adhere to schedules, and uphold safety and vehicle integrity across long-haul and local deliveries.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years’ Code 1 experience, a clean driving record, and resides within commutable distance of Pietermaritzburg. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic and focus on