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 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.
