Long-Haul HGV Driver – Safe Routes, Career Growth

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training and development

Modern fleet

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driver for long-haul interprovincial runs from the Rustenburg depot in North West. You will operate a modern fleet, conduct thorough vehicle inspections, and ensure safe, on-time deliveries across provinces.

Responsibilities include route planning, accurate logging, and maintaining high safety and customer service standards while adhering to all regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid South African driver’s license with a PDP and EC/Code 10 or higher.
• 3–5 years of verifiable HGV experience, preferably long-haul.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy goods vehicles safely for interprovincial transport.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Load/unload cargo securely with proper weight distribution.
• Follow traffic laws, safety regs and company protocols.
• Plan routes to meet schedules and minimize downtime.
• Maintain logs of hours, mileage, and fuel usage.
• Communicate professionally with dispatch and clients.
• Report mechanical issues or delivery discrepancies promptly.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Time Management

Safety Compliance

Independent Worker

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driver for long-haul interprovincial runs from the Rustenburg depot in North West. You will operate a modern fleet, conduct thorough vehicle inspections, and ensure safe, on-time deliveries across provinces.

Responsibilities include route planning, accurate logging, and maintaining high safety and customer service standards while adhering to all regulations.