Long Distance Truck Driver

To keep the assigned vehicle clean and tidy both inside and conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, a supply chain business in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Long Distance Truck Driver.

The team is tight-knit, dependable, and quick to support one another. Good humour and professionalism sit side by side here. If you meet the requirements below, we encourage you to apply today.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, checking tyres, lights, brakes, fluid levels, and safety equipment before every journey.
• Adhere strictly to company policies regarding mobile phone use while driving and comply with regulations governing driver working hours and rest periods.
• Plan and follow the most efficient delivery routes using GPS navigation and local knowledge to minimise fuel consumption and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Operate assigned vehicles safely and responsibly in compliance with all road traffic laws, company policies, and client delivery instructions.
• Maintain accurate driver logbooks and trip sheets recording hours driven, distances travelled, fuel used, and any incidents or delays.
• Report any vehicle defects, accidents, traffic fines, or near-miss incidents to the transport manager immediately and complete incident reports.

Requirements

• A valid Professional Driving Permit for roles involving passenger transport or dangerous goods as required by legislation.
• Physical fitness to handle loading and unloading cargo, including the ability to lift heavy items when required.
• Excellent customer service orientation with ability to communicate politely and professionally with customers at delivery points.
• A clear criminal record as background checks are conducted for positions involving valuable goods or passenger transport.
• Good knowledge of road networks and geography within the {province} region, with ability to navigate efficiently.
• A minimum of two to three years of professional driving experience with a clean driving record and no major traffic violations.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to identify and describe vehicle faults accurately when reporting issues to maintenance.

Qualifications

Valid Code 8 Driving Licence for Light Delivery Vehicles