Tipper Truck Operator
Company
Warrior Edge Projects
Location
Johannesburg
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
24 days ago
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Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Tipper Truck Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting materials such as sand, gravel, rubble, and construction materials to and from designated sites while ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with road regulations.
Key Responsibilities
• Operate a tipper truck to transport construction materials to various sites.
• Load and offload materials safely and efficiently.
• Ensure the vehicle is operated in accordance with road safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report mechanical issues immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper condition of the vehicle.
• Complete delivery notes and transport documentation accurately.
• Follow instructions from site supervisors and logistics coordinators.
• Ensure safe tipping procedures at delivery sites.
Minimum Requirements
• Valid Code 14 (EC) driver’s licence with valid PDP.
• Minimum 1–3 years experience operating a tipper truck.
• Experience working in construction, mining, or transport environments.
• Good knowledge of road safety regulations.
• Physically fit and able to work long hours when required.
• Good communication skills.
Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Tipper Truck Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting materials such as sand, gravel, rubble, and construction materials to and from designated sites while ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with road regulations.
Key Responsibilities
• Operate a tipper truck to transport construction materials to various sites.
• Load and offload materials safely and efficiently.
• Ensure the vehicle is operated in accordance with road safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report mechanical issues immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper condition of the vehicle.
• Complete delivery notes and transport documentation accurately.
• Follow instructions from site supervisors and logistics coordinators.
• Ensure safe tipping procedures at delivery sites.
Minimum Requirements
• Valid Code 14 (EC) driver’s licence with valid PDP.
• Minimum 1–3 years experience operating a tipper truck.
• Experience working in construction, mining, or transport environments.
• Good knowledge of road safety regulations.
• Physically fit and able to work long hours when required.
• Good communication skills.
Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm
Work Location: In person
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for drivers in South Africa is R32.45 per hour from 1 March 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Drivers working more than 45 hours per week must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the hourly rate. This applies to all Code 08, 10 and 14 licence holders in the road freight and passenger sectors.
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