Long Distance Truck Driver
Company
Freightmore Durban Pty Ltd
Location
Durban
Posted
9 days ago
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Job Description
THE FREIGHTMORE GROUP OF COMPANIES
Long Distance Driver - Durban
Requirements:
• Matric
• Preferably 2 official languages and well spoken
• Valid driver’s licence (Code 14 and PRDP ), License 2 years and older
• 3- 5 Years of driving experience as a Shunter/Long Distance driver
• Volvo and Scania experience is required
• No criminal record
• Neat and well-groomed (PPE must be clean and worn at all times)
Responsibilities:
• Maintain accurate logs of fuel and mileage, and maintain necessary documentation for cargo and hours of service.
• Coordinate with dispatchers, managers, and customers to provide accurate arrival times and report any delays or accidents.
• Transport cargo across long distances, often interstate, typically staying on the road for several days.
• Directing while reversing, ensuring it is safe to do so.
• Ensuring the cleanliness of the vehicle, both internally and externally.
• Ensuring all tools and equipment used are kept clean and stored as required.
• Reporting any losses, damages, and discrepancies about cargo, equipment, and paperwork.
• Greeting and interacting with clients in a polite and pleasant manner.
Pay: From R17 470,38 per month
Application Question(s):
• Do you reside close to Pinetown?
Work Location: In person
Long Distance Driver - Durban
Requirements:
• Matric
• Preferably 2 official languages and well spoken
• Valid driver’s licence (Code 14 and PRDP ), License 2 years and older
• 3- 5 Years of driving experience as a Shunter/Long Distance driver
• Volvo and Scania experience is required
• No criminal record
• Neat and well-groomed (PPE must be clean and worn at all times)
Responsibilities:
• Maintain accurate logs of fuel and mileage, and maintain necessary documentation for cargo and hours of service.
• Coordinate with dispatchers, managers, and customers to provide accurate arrival times and report any delays or accidents.
• Transport cargo across long distances, often interstate, typically staying on the road for several days.
• Directing while reversing, ensuring it is safe to do so.
• Ensuring the cleanliness of the vehicle, both internally and externally.
• Ensuring all tools and equipment used are kept clean and stored as required.
• Reporting any losses, damages, and discrepancies about cargo, equipment, and paperwork.
• Greeting and interacting with clients in a polite and pleasant manner.
Pay: From R17 470,38 per month
Application Question(s):
• Do you reside close to Pinetown?
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Driver Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
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.
Do I need a Professional Driving Permit to apply for Driver Jobs in South Africa?
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 Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) renewed every five years. Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, medical certificate and police clearance at any Driving Licence Testing Centre. Without a PrDP, employment contracts are invalid under the National Road Traffic Act.
What documents are required to apply for Driver Jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified copy of ID, valid driving licence with PrDP, proof of residence, and a completed Z83 form or online profile on the ESSA system. Applications are processed within 14 working days at labour centres nationwide. No application fee is charged for registration on the public employment database.
What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for drivers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, drivers may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 36 consecutive hours of rest. Annual leave is 15 working days after the first year of employment, plus 10 public holidays and sick leave of 30 days over a three-year cycle. Night shift drivers receive an additional R4.50 per hour allowance from March 2026.
