Furniture Removal Driver — 3.5 Ton Truck
Company
eBakkie (Pty) Ltd
Location
Polokwane
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Jooble
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Job Description
The Furniture Removal Driver — 3.5 Ton Truck will carry out daily safety checks on the 1.5 or 3.5 ton truck and keep it clean, complete inventory lists and proof-of-delivery paperwork accurately and handle fragile, valuable, and bulky items with care.
Routes run from the Polokwane depot across Limpopo. Hard work and a clean record are noticed and rewarded with real advancement. It is a practical, fast-moving environment where no two days on the road look quite the same. If you meet the requirements below, we encourage you to apply today.
Responsibilities
• Load, secure, and transport household and office furniture for local moves and large deliveries.
• Plan routes and timing to meet agreed move and delivery schedules.
• Provide courteous, reassuring service to customers during a stressful move.
• Wrap and protect furniture and appliances to prevent damage during the move.
• Handle fragile, valuable, and bulky items with care and professionalism.
• Complete inventory lists and proof-of-delivery paperwork accurately.
• Carry out daily safety checks on the 1.5 or 3.5 ton truck and keep it clean and roadworthy.
Requirements
• Previous furniture removals, moving, or large-item delivery experience.
• A valid Code B (light motor vehicle) driving licence with a clean driving record.
• Able to lead a small crew and work to a tight schedule.
• Careful handling of fragile and valuable household goods.
• Confident driving and manoeuvring a 1.5 or 3.5 ton truck in residential streets and complexes.
• Physically fit and able to lift and carry heavy items safely.
• Strong customer-service manner and a calm, professional attitude.
Qualifications
Grade 10. Valid Code B licence and removals experience.
Routes run from the Polokwane depot across Limpopo. Hard work and a clean record are noticed and rewarded with real advancement. It is a practical, fast-moving environment where no two days on the road look quite the same. If you meet the requirements below, we encourage you to apply today.
Responsibilities
• Load, secure, and transport household and office furniture for local moves and large deliveries.
• Plan routes and timing to meet agreed move and delivery schedules.
• Provide courteous, reassuring service to customers during a stressful move.
• Wrap and protect furniture and appliances to prevent damage during the move.
• Handle fragile, valuable, and bulky items with care and professionalism.
• Complete inventory lists and proof-of-delivery paperwork accurately.
• Carry out daily safety checks on the 1.5 or 3.5 ton truck and keep it clean and roadworthy.
Requirements
• Previous furniture removals, moving, or large-item delivery experience.
• A valid Code B (light motor vehicle) driving licence with a clean driving record.
• Able to lead a small crew and work to a tight schedule.
• Careful handling of fragile and valuable household goods.
• Confident driving and manoeuvring a 1.5 or 3.5 ton truck in residential streets and complexes.
• Physically fit and able to lift and carry heavy items safely.
• Strong customer-service manner and a calm, professional attitude.
Qualifications
Grade 10. Valid Code B licence and removals experience.
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.
