Senior Express Driver & Route Planner (Cape Town)

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Health insurance options

Retirement savings plan

Career growth & training

Performance bonuses

Paid leave & holidays

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a Commercial Vehicle Operator to safely freight high-value goods across the Western Cape. You will operate heavy-duty trucks, plan routes, load and secure cargo, and maintain accurate delivery records.

The role blends on-road driving with some office planning, requiring a strong knowledge of Cape Town roads, GPS tools, and customer-facing communication. A Code 14 license with PrDP and at least four years of experience are required, with flexibility for early or

Qualifications

• Code 14 driver''s license with PrDP required.
• Minimum 4 years'' experience as commercial driver.
• Experience in long-haul or regional deliveries.
• Knowledge of Cape Town road network and GPS use.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy-duty trucks for freight delivery.
• Plan and execute efficient routes in Cape Town and surrounds.
• Load, secure, and unload cargo safely.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Maintain logs of deliveries, mileage, fuel and maintenance.
• Use GPS and ELDs to track progress.
• Communicate professionally with dispatch and clients.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
• Resolve delivery discrepancies and improve processes.
• Contribute to operational efficiency.

Skills

Code 14 Licence

PrDP

GPS Navigation

Customer service

Problem solving

Safety conscious

Tools

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a Commercial Vehicle Operator to safely freight high-value goods across the Western Cape. You will operate heavy-duty trucks, plan routes, load and secure cargo, and maintain accurate delivery records.

The role blends on-road driving with some office planning, requiring a strong knowledge of Cape Town roads, GPS tools, and customer-facing communication. A Code 14 license with PrDP and at least four years of experience are required, with flexibility for early or