Regional Transport Driver

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Company-provided truck

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Reliable work schedule

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Regional Transport Driver to operate around Benoni and surrounding Gauteng regions. You will manage transportation logistics for various goods, plan efficient routes, and ensure timely and safe deliveries.

You will drive commercial vehicles, conduct inspections, maintain logs, and adhere to safety and customer service standards. Company truck provided; overtime potential exists.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL (Code 10 or 14).
• 3+ years regional/long-distance driving experience.
• Clean driving record and valid medical certificate.
• Familiarity with Benoni and greater Gauteng road networks.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial trucks for regional delivery routes.
• Plan and execute optimal routes to meet delivery schedules.
• Ensure safe loading, transportation, and unloading of goods.
• Conduct regular vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate driving logs and delivery records.
• Uphold company standards for safety and customer service.

Skills

Route planning

Safe driving

Logbook maintenance

Vehicle safety knowledge

Tools

LOGISTICS GPS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Regional Transport Driver to operate within the Benoni area and surrounding Gauteng regions. This position requires a professional who can handle transportation logistics for various types of goods, ensuring timely and secure delivery. You will be responsible for driving commercial vehicles, planning efficient routes, and adhering to all safety regulations. This role is critical to our client's distribution network and requires a high degree of responsibility and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate commercial trucks for regional delivery routes.
• Plan and execute optimal routes to meet delivery schedules efficiently.
• Ensure safe loading, transportation, and unloading of goods.
• Conduct regular vehicle inspections and report any maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate driving logs and delivery records.
• Uphold company standards for safety and customer service.

Requirements

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (Code 10 or 14).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in regional or long-distance driving.
• Clean driving record and a valid medical certificate.
• Familiarity with the Benoni and greater Gauteng road networks.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance and safety protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for overtime.
• Company-provided truck and maintenance.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Reliable work schedule.