Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver (articulated)

Unitrans; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver for their Durban location. The role involves operating heavy vehicles, ensuring safety, and managing transport documentation. Ideal candidates must have a Grade 12 qualification and a valid Code C1 license, with at least 3 years' driving experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in driving heavy vehicles.
• Must have a valid Code C1 license.
• PrDP 'D' required for transporting dangerous goods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for trip.
• Operate heavy duty vehicles.
• Perform vehicle inspections before and after the trip.
• Handle documentation from dispatch.

Skills

Safe driving record

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 / Matric / NQF level 4

Tools

Code C1 license

Valid PrDP

Job description

Closing Date 2025/06/17

Reference Number UNI250609-5

Job Title Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver (articulated)

Business Unit / Division Consumer

Contract BP Durban Outbound

Job Type Classification Permanent - Normal

Location - Town / City Durban

Location - Province KwaZulu-Natal

Location - Country South Africa

Minimum Education Level Grade 12 | National Certificate

Job Advert Summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Driver Heavy Vehicle to drive a vehicle that does not exceed 16 000 kg (rigid or articulated or not heavier than 750kg) to transport goods, products or materials to and from specified destinations.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric / NQF level 4, Grade 10 / NQF level 2
• Code C1, Valid PrDP - PrDP “D” if required to operate Dangerous Goods
• 3 years’ experience
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for a trip
• Operate heavy duty vehicles
• Perform vehicle inspection before and after the trip
• Handle documentation from dispatch to the customer and back to the distribution Centre
• Prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Account for all the goods that are being transported to the customer
• Takes full responsibility for the roadworthiness of the vehicle when leaving the Depot
• All other reasonable instructions from Supervisor - Safe driving record and clean criminal record