Long-Haul Truck Driver – Great Benefits & Training

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Provident fund

Modern fleet and ongoing training

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion connects experienced commercial truck drivers with a leading national freight and logistics company. We are seeking a dependable long-haul driver to operate heavy-duty trucks across South Africa, maintaining safety and timeliness on demanding routes.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, manage logs, secure cargo, and communicate with dispatch while traveling extensively and sometimes working weekends.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of verifiable long-haul driving experience.
• Valid South African Driver's License (Code 14) and PDP.
• Clean driving record and no criminal history.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy-duty trucks on long-haul routes while ensuring timeliness and cargo integrity.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections; report defects promptly.
• Secure cargo using straps, tarps and other securing devices; ensure proper cargo containment.
• Maintain accurate logs of driving hours and deliveries; comply with regulations.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers; handle roadside emergencies professionally.
• Keep the truck cabin and trailer clean and well-maintained.

Skills

Long-haul driving

Defensive driving

Time management

Communication

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion connects experienced commercial truck drivers with a leading national freight and logistics company. We are seeking a dependable long-haul driver to operate heavy-duty trucks across South Africa, maintaining safety and timeliness on demanding routes.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, manage logs, secure cargo, and communicate with dispatch while traveling extensively and sometimes working weekends.