Lead Long-Haul Truck Driver & Mentor (Cape Town)

Placements24; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 320 000 - 420 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary package (annual)

Overtime opportunities

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training programs

Career advancement

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Truck Driver to join our client’s operations in Cape Town. The role focuses on safe, timely transport of goods, mentoring junior drivers, and upholding stringent safety standards across routes.

The candidate should have a PDP and Code 14, at least 5 years of verifiable driving experience, and a clean record. Nights and weekends may be required to meet delivery schedules, with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits.

Qualificações

• Valid PDP and Code 14 driver’s license.
• Minimum 5 years verifiable professional driving experience.
• Clean driving record with no major violations.
• Experience with long-haul routes preferred.
• Ability to read maps and shipping documents.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Good physical stamina; able to lift moderate loads.
• Willing to work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Operate heavy-duty trucks and trailers safely to transport goods.
• Plan and optimize delivery routes for timely arrivals.
• Maintain accurate logs of mileage, fuel, deliveries.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Report defects to fleet manager.
• Mentor junior drivers and promote safety practices.
• Handle freight documentation and bills of lading.
• Communicate with dispatchers and customers about delays.
• Represent the company professionally during deliveries.

Conhecimentos

PDP

Code 14

5+ years exp

Mentoring drivers

Safety compliance

Long-haul exp

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Truck Driver to join our client’s operations in Cape Town. The role focuses on safe, timely transport of goods, mentoring junior drivers, and upholding stringent safety standards across routes.

The candidate should have a PDP and Code 14, at least 5 years of verifiable driving experience, and a clean record. Nights and weekends may be required to meet delivery schedules, with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits.