Specialized Freight Haulier

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Freight & Logistics Driver (Bulk Transport) based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on safe transport of large-volume goods across the region and nationwide, requiring extensive experience with heavy-duty freight and compliance with regulations.

The successful candidate will plan complex routes, maintain detailed logs, and communicate effectively with dispatch while ensuring cargo is secured and delivered on time.

Qualifications

• Valid SA Code 10/C1 or Code 14/EC driver’s license with a clean record.
• Proven experience in specialized freight hauling (oversized or hazardous materials).
• Certification or training in handling dangerous goods (advantageous).
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards for specialized cargo.
• Ability to plan and navigate complex routes with significant logistical challenges.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic vehicle checks and maintenance.
• Excellent problem-solving and calm decision-making in challenging situations.
• Commitment to safe working environment and accident-free record.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Must pass rigorous medical and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized heavy-duty vehicles.
• Ensure all cargo is loaded, secured, and unloaded safely.
• Conduct pre-departure inspections and post-trip evaluations.
• Plan and execute complex routes.
• Maintain detailed logs of all movements.
• Adhere to national and international regulations.
• Mitigate potential risks.
• Maintain communication with dispatch.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks on equipment.
• Represent client with professionalism.

Skills

Heavy vehicle driving

Route planning

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

Senior Freight & Logistics Driver (Bulk Transport)

About the RoleOur client, a major player in the bulk commodity transport sector, is looking for a dedicated Senior Freight & Logistics Driver based in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu‑Natal**. This role involves the safe and efficient transportation of large-volume goods across the region and potentially nationally. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience driving heavy‑du…

• Operate specialized heavy‑du…
• Ensure all cargo is loaded, secured, and unloaded…
• Conduct thorough pre‑departure inspections and post‑trip evaluations…
• Plan and execute complex routes…
• Maintain detailed logs of all movements…
• Adhere strictly to all national and international regulations…
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks…
• Maintain constant communication with dispatch…
• Perform minor maintenance tasks on equipment…
• Represent Our client with professionalism…

RequirementsValid South African Code 10/C1 or Code 14/EC driver's license with a clean driving record. Proven experience in specialized freight hauling, including oversized or hazardous materials. Certification or specific training in handling dangerous goods is highly advantageous. In‑depth knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards for specialized cargo. Ability to plan and navigate complex routes, especially those involving significant logistical challenges. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic vehicle checks and maintenance. Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to react calmly and effectively in challenging situations. Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and accident‑free record. Good communication and record‑keeping skills. Must be able to pass rigorous medical and background checks.

BenefitsOur client offers a highly competitive salary package, reflecting the specialized nature of this role, along with comprehensive benefits including medical aid, a provident fund, and life insurance. Opportunities for advanced training in specialized transport and professional development are provided. Employees benefit from working