Specialized Heavy-Duty Transport Driver (Abnormal Loads)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hazard pay

Specialized fleet

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Specialized Transport Driver to move heavy and oversized loads around Soweto and the Gauteng region. The role focuses on safe operation of specialized vehicles, meticulous route planning, and strict adherence to transport regulations.

Ideal candidates will have a Code 14 license with endorsements, extensive experience with abnormal loads, and a commitment to safety and professional growth within a niche transport field.

Qualifications

• Code 14 driver’s license with endorsements for specialized transport (e.g., abnormal loads).
• Significant experience driving heavy and oversized loads.
• Thorough understanding of abnormal load regulations and escort procedures.
• Excellent vehicle control and spatial awareness.
• Ability to perform physically demanding load-securing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized heavy-duty vehicles and trailers for oversized/heavy loads.
• Plan and execute complex routes with authorities and clients as needed.
• Ensure loads are properly secured and compliant with transport regulations.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment.
• Maintain logs of driving hours, routes, and cargo details.
• Communicate effectively with site personnel during loading/unloading.

Skills

Heavy vehicle operation

Route planning

Safety compliance

Pre-trip inspections

Logging & records

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Specialized Transport Driver to move heavy and oversized loads around Soweto and the Gauteng region. The role focuses on safe operation of specialized vehicles, meticulous route planning, and strict adherence to transport regulations.

Ideal candidates will have a Code 14 license with endorsements, extensive experience with abnormal loads, and a commitment to safety and professional growth within a niche transport field.