Driver Operator (Code 14)

Driver Operator (Code 14)


Company
Absolute Career Personnel
Location
Johannesburg
Salary
R 11,5K–R 12K a year
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Adzuna

Job Description
Yard Operator and Driver Operator (Code 14) required in Springs.
− Driver operator
− Routine inspection / Routine mechanical maintenance and assistance for a heavy duty earth moving equipment company.

− Assisting other members of the Logistics team in general,
− General movement of office furniture.

Licenced code 14 driver. Licenced to drive and operate all yard equipment with previous proven track record of operating and driver experience of Abnormal Horse and Trailer, multi axle and articulated by nature.
• Must have an unendorsed driver's licence of the appropriate category;
• Must be in possession of a professional driving permit as required in terms of Section 32 of the NRTA
• Previous experience in operating track and chain driven machines.

Yard Operator and Driver Operator (Code 14) required in Springs.
− Driver operator
− Routine inspection / Routine mechanical maintenance and assistance for a heavy duty earth moving equipment company.

− Assisting other members of the Logistics team in general,
− General movement of office furniture.

Licenced code 14 driver. Licenced to drive and operate all yard equipment with previous proven track record of operating and driver experience of Abnormal Horse and Trailer, multi axle and articulated by nature.
• Must have an unendorsed driver's licence of the appropriate category;
• Must be in possession of a professional driving permit as required in terms of Section 32 of the NRTA
• Previous experience in operating track and chain driven machines.

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