Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver

Unitrans Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 290,000; Part time

Job summary

Unitrans is seeking an Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver in Durban to distribute goods to clients. The role requires a Code EC licence with PrDP, and 3 years of ultra-heavy vehicle experience, with weekend/public holiday readiness.

Responsibilities include vehicle preparation, loading/offloading, documentation, and ensuring loads are secured. The position is temporary-fixed term, based in KwaZulu-Natal, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or national certificate required.
• Code EC driver's licence with valid PrDP is essential.
• Minimum 3 years of ultra-heavy vehicle driving experience.
• Applicants must be 25 years or older.
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays.
• Defensive driving techniques are expected.
• Familiarity with vehicle components and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle for trip and operate Ultra heavy duty vehicles.
• Load, transport and offload vehicles and goods.
• Handle documentation and related duties.
• Follow supervisor instructions and safety procedures.
• Work shifts including weekends and public holidays.
• Maintain a clean driving record and criminal record.
• Housekeeping of vehicles, uniforms and PPE.
• Ensure loads are secured and not overloaded per regulations.
• Interact professionally with customers.

Skills

Literacy

EC Licence

PrDP

Ultra-heavy driving

Age 25+

Weekend/holiday work

Defensive driving

Education

Grade 12

National Certificate

Job description

Unitrans is a company that cares. We see, hear, understand and appreciate every individual in our organisation. Through empowering our people we deliver on our purpose - The Power of Doing.

Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver

Details

Closing Date 2026/09/24

Reference Number UNI260916-10

Job Title Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver

Business Unit / Division Consumer

Contract Anchor Yeast Local

Job Type Classification Temporary - Fixed Term

Location - Town / City Durban

Location - Province KwaZulu-Natal

Location - Country South Africa

Minimum Education Level Grade 12 | National Certificate

Job Advert Summary

An opportunity has become available for a high caliber ultra-heavy motor vehicle driver to distribute goods to various clients. Please refer to the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information.

• Grade 10 Literacy level (Verbally and Numerically literate)
• Code EC driver's license with valid PrDP (DGP)
• 3 years experience driving a Ultra Heavy Vehicle
• Must be 25 years of age and above
• Must be prepared to work weekends and public holidays
• Defensive driving techniques
• Function and location of vehicle components
• Reporting procedure of emergencies and defects
• Vehicle inspections and operating a fire extinguisher
• Maximizing vehicle cost-effectiveness and efficiency
• Vehicle loading techniques
• Experience with dry bulk tankers

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle for trip and operate Ultra heavy duty vehicles.
• Load, Transport and offloading of vehicles.
• Handle required documentation and perform ancillary duties
• All other reasonable instructions from Supervisor
• Prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Safe driving record and clean criminal record
• Housekeeping of vehicles, uniform and PPE
• Adhere to promote SOP’s and Safety Procedures Successfully undergo / complete the following:
• Medical evaluation
• USCS training modules
• Induction processes
• Practical driving evaluation
• Verification of clean criminal record
• Ensure the vehicle is not overloaded as per the National Road Traffic Act.
• Responsible for goods to be offloaded by either operating offloading equipment or overseeing the offloading process.
• Ensure the load is secured before departure.
• Opening and closing of tarpaulins where applicable.
• Deal with Customers in a professional and efficient manner.