Shunt Driver
Company
Maersk
Location
Durban
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? We are seeking a Shunt Driver / Ultra Heavy Vehicle Driver to be responsible for safely operating ultra-heavy vehicles such as multi-axle trucks, tankers, low-bed trailers, heavy haulage trucks, and specialized transport equipment. The role involves transporting oversized, hazardous, or high-value cargo while complying with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
WHAT WE OFFER:
When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.
Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.
Key Responsibilities:
Vehicle Operation
• Operate ultra-heavy vehicles (UHV) in various conditions and terrains.
• Manoeuvre long or oversized loads with precision.
• Ensure correct coupling and uncoupling of trailers.
• Use specialized equipment (winches, chains, ratchets, hydraulic ramps, etc.) safely.
Cargo Handling
• Load and offload cargo following safe handling procedures.
• Secure loads using appropriate restraints to prevent shifting or damage.
• Transport hazardous materials when required (if certified).
• Verify cargo documentation, weight limits, and permits.
Safety & Compliance
• Adhere to all traffic laws, transport regulations, and company safety protocols.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Report defects, mechanical issues, or safety concerns immediately.
• Comply with DOT/RTTA/MoT or local authority driving standards.
• Follow fatigue management rules and maintain safe driving hours.
Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate logbooks, delivery notes, trip sheets, and fuel records.
• Complete inspection checklists and incident reports.
• Ensure all transport permits and vehicle documentation are valid.
Customer Service
• Interact professionally with clients and site personnel.
• Coordinate with dispatchers to meet delivery schedules.
• Provide updates regarding delivery status or delays.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Someone with:
• Grade 12
• Valid Ultra Heavy Vehicle License
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in heavy or ultra-heavy transport.
• Experience driving low-bed trailers, flatbeds, tankers, or oversized equipment. • Knowledge of road safety rules and heavy-vehicle regulations.
• Ability to read maps, GPS systems, and transport documents.
• Physically fit and capable of handling heavy loads and long hours.
Skills & Capabilities
• Excellent driving and manoeuvring skills.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good communication and time-management skills.
• Mechanical aptitude is an advantage.
Work Environment
• Long-distance or cross-border driving.
• Variable work schedules (day/night shifts).
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• May require weekend or emergency call-out availability.
#LI-LS2
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing [email protected] .
WHAT WE OFFER:
When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.
Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.
Key Responsibilities:
Vehicle Operation
• Operate ultra-heavy vehicles (UHV) in various conditions and terrains.
• Manoeuvre long or oversized loads with precision.
• Ensure correct coupling and uncoupling of trailers.
• Use specialized equipment (winches, chains, ratchets, hydraulic ramps, etc.) safely.
Cargo Handling
• Load and offload cargo following safe handling procedures.
• Secure loads using appropriate restraints to prevent shifting or damage.
• Transport hazardous materials when required (if certified).
• Verify cargo documentation, weight limits, and permits.
Safety & Compliance
• Adhere to all traffic laws, transport regulations, and company safety protocols.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Report defects, mechanical issues, or safety concerns immediately.
• Comply with DOT/RTTA/MoT or local authority driving standards.
• Follow fatigue management rules and maintain safe driving hours.
Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate logbooks, delivery notes, trip sheets, and fuel records.
• Complete inspection checklists and incident reports.
• Ensure all transport permits and vehicle documentation are valid.
Customer Service
• Interact professionally with clients and site personnel.
• Coordinate with dispatchers to meet delivery schedules.
• Provide updates regarding delivery status or delays.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Someone with:
• Grade 12
• Valid Ultra Heavy Vehicle License
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in heavy or ultra-heavy transport.
• Experience driving low-bed trailers, flatbeds, tankers, or oversized equipment. • Knowledge of road safety rules and heavy-vehicle regulations.
• Ability to read maps, GPS systems, and transport documents.
• Physically fit and capable of handling heavy loads and long hours.
Skills & Capabilities
• Excellent driving and manoeuvring skills.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good communication and time-management skills.
• Mechanical aptitude is an advantage.
Work Environment
• Long-distance or cross-border driving.
• Variable work schedules (day/night shifts).
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• May require weekend or emergency call-out availability.
#LI-LS2
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing [email protected] .
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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.
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