Senior Long-Haul Truck Driver - PDP Certified

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Paid time off

Professional development

Modern fleet

Per diem allowances

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Long-Haul Truck Driver to join our client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role requires a clean driving record, 5+ years of verifiable long-haul experience, and a PDP with a Code 10/14 license.

Proficiency with GPS and ELDs is essential and the driver should be comfortable with extensive travel and overnight stays. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits with opportunities for career advancement within a safety-conscious fleet.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of verifiable experience as a professional truck driver, preferably long-haul.
• Clean driving record with no major violations.
• Valid PDP and Heavy Vehicle license (Code 10/14).
• Proficiency with GPS navigation systems and ELDs.
• Physically able to perform tasks like coupling/uncoupling trailers and lifting.
• Strong knowledge of SA road networks and transportation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy-duty trucks for long-distance transportation of goods.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Adhere to traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain logs of driving hours, routes and delivery records.
• Secure cargo properly to prevent shifting or damage.
• Communicate with dispatch, warehouse staff and customers about delivery status.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and report major problems.
• Plan and optimize routes considering traffic and weather.
• Maintain a clean and organized vehicle interior and exterior.

Skills

Long-haul driving

Safety-conscious

Time management

Communication skills

Independence

Tools

GPS navigation systems

Electronic Logging Devices

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Long-Haul Truck Driver to join our client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role requires a clean driving record, 5+ years of verifiable long-haul experience, and a PDP with a Code 10/14 license.

Proficiency with GPS and ELDs is essential and the driver should be comfortable with extensive travel and overnight stays. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits with opportunities for career advancement within a safety-conscious fleet.