Heavy Truck Driver (EC)
Company
Bantubani Group (Pty) Ltd
Location
Pretoria
Posted
8 days ago
Via
Pnet
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Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities
• Conduct daily inspections and report vehicle faults
• Safely load and off-load materials, equipment and construction machines
• Comply with Road Traffic Act and Occupational Health & Safety regulations
• Navigate routes efficiently, including long-distance hauls
• Maintain accurate delivery logs and paperwork
• Safely transport abnormal loads, including oversized or overweight cargo
Desired Experience & Qualification
• A minimum Grade 12 certificate;
• A valid unendorsed EC Driver’s License with PrDP;
• A valid Forklift licence;
• Must have valid Dangerous Goods Certificate;
• Must have own reliable transport;
• A minimum of 5 years in heavy duty driving experience;
• Must be experienced in transportation and handling of Dangerous Goods;
• Clean driving record
• Proven ability to safety load/off-load construction machines
• Able to use GPS
• Must be medically fit to perform physical work;
• Must be willing to work Flexi hours & overtime when required;
• Must be able to produce written reports on vehicle fitness and accurate delivery paperwork;
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills, specifically in English
• Strong knowledge of road safety and vehicle maintenance
• Conduct daily inspections and report vehicle faults
• Safely load and off-load materials, equipment and construction machines
• Comply with Road Traffic Act and Occupational Health & Safety regulations
• Navigate routes efficiently, including long-distance hauls
• Maintain accurate delivery logs and paperwork
• Safely transport abnormal loads, including oversized or overweight cargo
Desired Experience & Qualification
• A minimum Grade 12 certificate;
• A valid unendorsed EC Driver’s License with PrDP;
• A valid Forklift licence;
• Must have valid Dangerous Goods Certificate;
• Must have own reliable transport;
• A minimum of 5 years in heavy duty driving experience;
• Must be experienced in transportation and handling of Dangerous Goods;
• Clean driving record
• Proven ability to safety load/off-load construction machines
• Able to use GPS
• Must be medically fit to perform physical work;
• Must be willing to work Flexi hours & overtime when required;
• Must be able to produce written reports on vehicle fitness and accurate delivery paperwork;
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills, specifically in English
• Strong knowledge of road safety and vehicle maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for code 10 and 14 drivers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for drivers in South Africa is R27.58 per hour from 1 March 2026. Overtime after 45 hours per week must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate, equating to R41.37 per hour.
What Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) requirements apply to taxi and truck drivers in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, all drivers of vehicles over 3 500 kg or carrying passengers for reward must hold a valid PrDP issued by the Department of Transport. The permit costs R260 and must be renewed every five years with a medical fitness certificate dated no older than 24 months.
How many hours per week can drivers legally work in South Africa and what leave is mandatory in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, drivers may not exceed 45 ordinary hours per week under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Employees receive 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service and 6 weeks of sick leave over a 36-month cycle.
Which documents are required to apply for a driver position through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, code-specific driving licence, PrDP, and recent tax clearance certificate when registering on the ESSA system. All documents must be uploaded as certified copies not older than three months.
