Long-Haul Truck Driver – Top Pay, Per Diem & Home Time

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Per diem

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Home time

Equipment training

Modern fleet

Job security

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a dependable Long-Haul Truck Driver for a prominent national freight company. You will operate heavy vehicles from the George depot, plan routes, and ensure safe, timely deliveries across provinces while maintaining vehicles and logs.

The role requires Code 14/EC license, PDP, 5+ years of long-haul experience with articulated vehicles, ELDs and GPS, and willingness to be away from home.

Qualifications

• Valid Code 14 (EC) driver’s license with impeccable driving record.
• Professional Driver’s Permit (PDP) mandatory.
• Minimum of 5 years verifiable long-haul driving with articulated vehicles.
• Knowledge of South African road networks and regulations.
• Experience with ELDs and GPS navigation.
• Ability to undertake extended periods away from home.
• Strong problem-solving and calm under pressure.
• Excellent physical condition and ability to perform manual tasks.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Pass a comprehensive background check and medical examination.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty trucks (Code 14/EC) for long-haul transport from George, Western Cape.
• Plan and manage routes, considering distance and driving hours regulations.
• Ensure secure loading/unloading and proper weight distribution.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections and maintenance checks.
• Maintain accurate logbooks, trip reports, and fuel records.
• Adhere to road safety regulations, traffic laws, and company policies.
• Communicate with dispatch, clients, and stakeholders throughout the journey.
• Manage vehicle and cargo security during transit.
• Troubleshoot minor vehicle issues and coordinate repairs.

Skills

Code 14/EC

PDP

Long-haul 5+ yrs

Articulated Vehicles

ELD & GPS

Away-from-home

Physical fitness

Reliability

Tools

ELD devices

GPS navigation

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a dependable Long-Haul Truck Driver for a prominent national freight company. You will operate heavy vehicles from the George depot, plan routes, and ensure safe, timely deliveries across provinces while maintaining vehicles and logs.

The role requires Code 14/EC license, PDP, 5+ years of long-haul experience with articulated vehicles, ELDs and GPS, and willingness to be away from home.