Long-Haul Truck Driver - Hazmat Certified

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Hazardous materials bonus pay

Regular home-time opportunities

State-of-the-art safety technologies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Long-Haul Truck Driver with Hazmat certification for operations out of Richards Bay. The role involves transporting hazardous materials over long distances, requiring high responsibility and strict safety adherence to regulatory standards.

You will manage safe handling and transport of dangerous goods, ensuring cargo integrity and compliance, within our specialized transport division that tackles complex logistics challenges.

Qualifications

• Code 14 driver's license and PDP.
• Hazmat certification.
• 7 years long-haul experience, including 3 years with hazardous materials.
• Excellent driving record with no major violations.
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures for handling and transporting dangerous goods.
• Ability to work independently for extended periods and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty trucks for long-distance routes, transporting hazardous materials.
• Ensure strict compliance with all national and international regulations regarding HAZMAT transport.
• Perform pre-trip inspections, focusing on safety equipment and compliance checks for hazardous loads.
• Securely load and unload hazardous materials according to safety protocols.
• Maintain detailed logs, trip reports, and documentation related to HAZMAT transport.
• Respond effectively to emergencies or incidents involving hazardous materials.

Job description

Our client is actively recruiting a seasoned Long-Haul Truck Driver with HAZMAT certification for operations out of Richards Bay . This role involves the transportation of specialized and potentially hazardous materials across long distances, demanding a high level of responsibility, safety consciousness, and adherence to stringent regulations. You will be responsible for the safe handling and transport of dangerous goods, ensuring all legal requirements are met and the integrity of the cargo is maintained throughout the journey. This is an essential role within our specialized transport division, requiring dedication and expertise to manage complex logistical challenges.

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting a seasoned Long-Haul Truck Driver with HAZMAT certification for operations out of Richards Bay . This role involves the transportation of specialized and potentially hazardous materials across long distances, demanding a high level of responsibility, safety consciousness, and adherence to stringent regulations. You will be responsible for the safe handling and transport of dangerous goods, ensuring all legal requirements are met and the integrity of the cargo is maintained throughout the journey. This is an essential role within our specialized transport division, requiring dedication and expertise to manage complex logistical challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty trucks for long-distance routes, transporting hazardous materials.
• Ensure strict compliance with all national and international regulations regarding HAZMAT transport.
• Perform pre-trip inspections, focusing on safety equipment and compliance checks for hazardous loads.
• Securely load and unload hazardous materials according to safety protocols.
• Maintain detailed logs, trip reports, and documentation related to HAZMAT transport.
• Respond effectively to emergencies or incidents involving hazardous materials.

Requirements

• Valid Code 14 driver's license and Professional Driver's Permit (PDP).
• Current and valid HAZMAT certification .
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in long-haul trucking, with at least 3 years handling hazardous materials.
• Excellent driving record with no major violations.
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures for handling and transporting dangerous goods.
• Ability to work independently for extended periods and manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience and certification.
• Hazardous materials bonus pay.
• Comprehensive medical and insurance coverage.
• Regular home-time opportunities.
• State-of-the-art fleet and advanced safety technologies.

Our client is looking for an experienced and dependable Long-Haul Truck Driver to manage transportation routes originating from Rich