Refrigerated Container Truck Driver - Port & Depot

Van der Vyver Transport; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident Fund

Annual Leave & Sick Leave

Job summary

Van der Vyver Transport in South Africa seeks an experienced container driver with extensive heavy-day truck driving experience in the container industry and a good understanding of port operations. You are responsible, safety-conscious and reliable, and you take pride in looking after your vehicle, trailer and cargo.

You will collect and deliver containers to depots, ports and client premises, ensuring refrigerated cargo is kept at the correct temperature and proper documentation is completed

Qualifications

• Code 14 driver's license with valid PDP.
• Minimum 5 years' experience driving container vehicles.
• Experience collecting containers from depots and working in port environments.
• Knowledge of port procedures and container documentation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and overtime.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Reliable, punctual and safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver containers to and from container depots, ports and client premises.
• Ensure loads are delivered within the required schedules, and that refrigerated container cargo is maintained at the correct temperature.
• Ensure that all container documentation, trip sheets and other required paperwork are completed and submitted correctly.
• Follow port and depot procedures, including booking, staging and collection processes.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report any defects.
• Always ensure safe and responsible driving, and take proper care of the vehicle, trailer and cargo.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, clients, depot staff and port officials.
• Comply with company policies, road traffic regulations, and health and safety standards.

Skills

Container driving

5+ years experience

communication skills

safety conscious

Job description

Van der Vyver Transport in South Africa seeks an experienced container driver with extensive heavy-day truck driving experience in the container industry and a good understanding of port operations. You are responsible, safety-conscious and reliable, and you take pride in looking after your vehicle, trailer and cargo.

You will collect and deliver containers to depots, ports and client premises, ensuring refrigerated cargo is kept at the correct temperature and proper documentation is completed