Senior HGV Driver – Regional Freight (Port Elizabeth)

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Regular training & development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driver to join the transport division in Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on safe operation of large vehicles for regional freight, adhering to tight schedules and preserving vehicle integrity.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of verifiable HGV experience, a Code 14 license with PDP, a clean driving record, and the ability to load/unload cargo when required. A strong safety mindset and reliable service are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have valid HGV license (Code 14) with PDP.
• Minimum 5 years of verifiable HGV experience, preferably long-haul or regional distribution.
• Clean driving record with no major infringements or accidents.
• Physical fitness to handle loading/unloading tasks when required.
• Excellent knowledge of roads around Port Elizabeth and Eastern Cape.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, punctuality and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGVs safely and efficiently on designated routes.
• Conduct pre-drive and post-drive vehicle inspections and report issues.
• Load and unload cargo and ensure compliance with weight restrictions.
• Maintain driving logs, delivery records and fuel usage data.
• Adhere to traffic laws, regulations and company policies.
• Ensure timely delivery with high level of professionalism.

Skills

Code 14 license

Safe driving

PDP holder

Route planning

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driver to join the transport division in Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on safe operation of large vehicles for regional freight, adhering to tight schedules and preserving vehicle integrity.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of verifiable HGV experience, a Code 14 license with PDP, a clean driving record, and the ability to load/unload cargo when required. A strong safety mindset and reliable service are essential.