Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver (UNI250410-3) – Unitrans
Closing Date: 2025/04/18
Reference Number: UNI250410-3
Job Title: Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver
Business Unit / Division: Consumer
Contract: Rainbow Hammersdale
Job Type Classification: Permanent – Normal
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Minimum Education Level: Grade 12 | National Certificate
Job Advert Summary: An opportunity has become available for a high-calibre Ultra-heavy motor vehicle driver to distribute goods to various clients.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Code EC driver’s license with valid PrDP (DGP)
2. Minimum 3 years’ experience driving an Ultra Heavy Vehicle
3. Must be 25 years of age and above
4. Must be prepared to work weekends and public holidays
5. Literacy level (Verbally and numerically literate)
6. Defensive driving techniques
7. Function and location of vehicle components
8. Reporting procedure of emergencies and defects
9. Vehicle inspections and operating a fire extinguisher
10. Maximizing vehicle cost-effectiveness and efficiency
11. Vehicle loading techniques
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Prepare vehicle for trip and operate ultra-heavy-duty vehicles.
2. Load, transport, and offload vehicles.
3. Handle required documentation and perform ancillary duties.
4. Follow all reasonable instructions from the Supervisor.
5. Maintain a safe driving record and clean criminal record.
6. Housekeeping of vehicles, uniform, and PPE.
7. Adhere to promote SOP and Safety Procedures.
8. Successfully undergo/complete the following:
1. Medical evaluation
2. USCS training modules
3. Induction processes
4. Practical driving evaluation
5. Verification of a clean criminal record
9. Ensure the vehicle is not overloaded as per the National Road Traffic Act.
10. Responsible for goods to be offloaded by either operating offloading equipment or overseeing the offloading process.
11. Ensure the load is secured before departure.
12. Open and close tarpaulins, where applicable.
13. Deal with customers in a professional and efficient manner.
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