Senior Long-Haul Truck Driver – Cape Town | Overtime

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Overtime opportunities

Modern well-maintained fleet

Training on routes and equipment

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Cape Town is seeking a seasoned Senior Truck Driver to join our transport division for long-haul deliveries across South Africa. You will drive, plan routes, perform safety checks, and maintain accurate logs while delivering reliable service with professionalism.

The role requires a Code 14 EC license with PrDP, 5+ years of long-haul experience, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass medical and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Code 14 EC with PrDP required.
• Min 5 years long-haul driving experience.
• Strong knowledge of SA road networks.
• Clean driving record and medical clearance.
• Able to pass drug screening and maintain logs.
• Basic vehicle maintenance and safety procedures.
• Good communication and independent work ethic.
• Physical stamina for long-distance driving.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty trucks on long-haul routes.
• Plan routes to meet delivery schedules.
• Perform pre/post-trip inspections for roadworthiness.
• Log driving hours, mileage, and cargo details accurately.
• Load/unload cargo safely and secure it properly.
• Provide excellent customer service during pickups/deliveries.
• Maintain truck cleanliness and basic maintenance.
• Report incidents or delays to operations promptly.
• Coordinate with dispatchers to resolve issues.

Skills

Long-haul driving

Route planning

Vehicle inspections

Safety compliance

Logbook accuracy

Customer service

GPS navigation

ELD familiarity

Tools

GPS Navigation

ELD systems

Job description

WhatJobs Direct in Cape Town is seeking a seasoned Senior Truck Driver to join our transport division for long-haul deliveries across South Africa. You will drive, plan routes, perform safety checks, and maintain accurate logs while delivering reliable service with professionalism.

The role requires a Code 14 EC license with PrDP, 5+ years of long-haul experience, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass medical and drug screening.