Hgv Driver

Recruitroo; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is seeking professional drivers to operate heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in South Africa. Key responsibilities include ensuring safe delivery, loading/unloading of goods, and maintaining logs. Candidates must hold a valid HGV license and have a clean driving record. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plans, and job security.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job security

Potential for per diem or travel allowances

Opportunities for specialized endorsements

Qualifications

• Valid HGV / Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for vehicle class.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol screenings.
• Knowledge of transport laws and vehicle safety.
• Physical fitness for loading and unloading.
• Good communication skills.
• Effective time management and navigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) for transport of goods.
• Plan efficient delivery routes and schedules.
• Load and unload goods securely.
• Perform vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain delivery documentation.
• Adhere to transport regulations and safety laws.
• Communicate with dispatchers and clients.

Job description

This position is based in Ireland. Operates heavy goods vehicles (trucks, lorries) to transport goods over long or short distances.

Ensures safe and timely delivery, performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and adheres to all road and transport regulations.

Key Duties

• Operate Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) for the transport of goods.
• Plan and follow efficient delivery routes and schedules.
• Load and unload goods, ensuring secure strapping and weight distribution.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and delivery paperwork.
• Adhere to tachograph rules, driving hours regulations, and road safety laws.
• Communicate with dispatchers and clients.

Requirements

• Valid HGV / Commercial Driver's License (CDL) appropriate for the vehicle class (e.g., Class 1 / CE, Class 2 / C).
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol screenings.
• Knowledge of transport laws, hours of service regulations, and vehicle safety.
• Physical fitness and ability to lift heavy objects (if applicable for loading / unloading).
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and navigate routes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, often with mileage or performance bonuses.
• Health benefits.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid time off.
• Job security due to high demand for transport.
• Potential for per diem or travel allowances for long-haul routes.
• Opportunities for specialized endorsements (e.g., hazardous materials).