Senior Oversize Load Transport Driver (Nelspruit)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

Challenging projects in industrial/con

Training and certifications support

Based in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga

Specialized transport team

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, seeks a skilled Specialized Transport Driver to handle oversized and heavy loads within Nelspruit and interprovincial routes. You will operate lowbeds and extendables, plan complex routes, obtain permits, and coordinate with escort vehicles to ensure safety and compliance.

This on-site role requires a proven track record, excellent load securing skills, ability to work irregular hours, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Valid Code 14 driver's license with an excellent record.
• Professional Driver's Permit (PDP) essential.
• Minimum of 8 years experience transporting oversized and heavy loads.
• Experience with specialized trailers (lowbeds, extendables).
• Proficiency in route planning for non-standard loads and permits.
• Strong load securing techniques and safety for abnormal loads.
• Able to pass rigorous medical, physical and driving assessments.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work irregular hours (nights/weekends).
• Excellent problem-solving and calm, decisive under pressure.
• Knowledge of Mpumalanga road network and surrounding provinces advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized transport vehicles and trailers for oversized and heavy loads.
• Plan and execute complex routes, including permits and authority coordination.
• Ensure secure loading, securing, and unloading of oversized cargo.
• Coordinate with escort vehicles and pilot crews for load safety and traffic management.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections of equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain adherence to national and regional regulations for oversized transport.
• Perform basic maintenance on vehicles and report issues.
• Manage trip logs, documentation, and communications with dispatch/project managers.
• Ensure load safety for the public and personnel.
• Troubleshoot logistical challenges encountered during transport.

Skills

Code 14 license

PDP

8+ years experience

Specialized trailers

Route planning

Load securing

Risk management

Night/weekend availability

Calm under pressure

Knowledge of Mpumalanga roads

Job description

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, seeks a skilled Specialized Transport Driver to handle oversized and heavy loads within Nelspruit and interprovincial routes. You will operate lowbeds and extendables, plan complex routes, obtain permits, and coordinate with escort vehicles to ensure safety and compliance.

This on-site role requires a proven track record, excellent load securing skills, ability to work irregular hours, and willingness to travel.