Long-Haul Truck Driver — Stable Routes & Perks

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Meals and accommodation allowances

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Professional Truck Driver for long-haul routes across South Africa. You will operate heavy-duty trucks, perform inspections, and ensure timely deliveries with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

The role requires a Code 14 with PDP, 7+ years of experience, a clean driving record, and willingness to travel cross-border. The company offers a steady route network, a truck provided, meals/accommodation allowances, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Code 14 with PDP and a valid passport.
• Minimum 7 years of experience driving heavy-duty trucks on long-haul routes.
• Excellent driving record with no major accidents.
• Proficiency with various commercial trucks and trailers.
• Strong understanding of vehicle mechanics and maintenance.
• Ability to handle long hours away from home.
• Knowledge of national road networks and regulations.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Physically fit for cargo handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty trucks on long-haul routes across South Africa.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and document findings.
• Securely load/unload cargo with proper weight distribution.
• Plan routes considering distance, road conditions, fuel efficiency, and schedules.
• Maintain logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption.
• Adhere to traffic laws, policies, and safety procedures.
• Conduct basic maintenance and troubleshoot as needed.
• Communicate with dispatch about route status and delays.
• Maintain truck interior and exterior cleanliness.

Skills

Long-haul driving

Safety compliance

Vehicle maintenance

Route planning

Documentation

Communication

Cross-border travel

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Professional Truck Driver for long-haul routes across South Africa. You will operate heavy-duty trucks, perform inspections, and ensure timely deliveries with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

The role requires a Code 14 with PDP, 7+ years of experience, a clean driving record, and willingness to travel cross-border. The company offers a steady route network, a truck provided, meals/accommodation allowances, and comprehensive