ULTRA-HEAVY MOTOR VEHICLE DRIVER
Company: Unitrans
Job Title: Ultra-Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver
Reference Number: UNI261104-2
Business Unit / Division: Consumer
Contract: Anchor Yeast Local
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Employment Type: Temporary – Fixed Term
Minimum Education Level (Advertised): Grade 12 / National Certificate
Closing Date: 11 November 2026
Job Overview
Unitrans is inviting applications for an Ultra-Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver position within its Consumer division, under the Anchor Yeast Local contract in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
An opportunity is available for a suitably qualified and experienced driver to distribute goods to various clients using ultra-heavy motor vehicles. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and operating the vehicle, loading and transporting goods, ensuring that loads are safely secured and overseeing the offloading process.
The position requires an experienced driver with the appropriate heavy vehicle licence, a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) with Dangerous Goods (DGP) certification and knowledge of vehicle inspections, defensive driving and safe load-handling procedures. Experience with dry bulk tankers is also required as part of the stated operational knowledge and experience.
The successful applicant must demonstrate a strong commitment to road safety, vehicle care, customer service and compliance with company procedures. The role also involves completing required documentation, maintaining the vehicle and personal protective equipment, and following all reasonable instructions from the supervisor.
This is a temporary fixed-term employment opportunity. Applicants must be prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in this position must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 10 literacy level, with the ability to communicate verbally and work with numerical information.
- Valid Code EC driver’s licence.
- Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) with Dangerous Goods (DGP) certification.
- At least three years’ experience driving an ultra-heavy motor vehicle.
- Must be 25 years of age or older.
- Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays.
- Experience with dry bulk tankers.
The candidate must also have knowledge of the following:
- Defensive driving techniques.
- The functions and locations of vehicle components.
- Procedures for reporting emergencies and vehicle defects.
- Vehicle inspection procedures and the operation of a fire extinguisher.
- Methods of maximising vehicle cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Appropriate vehicle loading techniques.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for operating ultra-heavy vehicles safely and ensuring that goods are transported and delivered according to operational requirements.
1. Vehicle Preparation and Operation
- Prepare the vehicle before each trip.
- Operate ultra-heavy-duty motor vehicles safely and responsibly.
- Conduct the required vehicle inspections.
- Identify and report vehicle defects and emergencies according to the correct reporting procedures.
- Maintain awareness of vehicle components and their functions.
- Use defensive driving techniques to promote road safety.
2. Loading, Transportation and Offloading
- Load, transport and offload goods according to operational requirements.
- Ensure that loads are properly secured before departure.
- Ensure that the vehicle is not overloaded, in accordance with the National Road Traffic Act.
- Operate offloading equipment where required or oversee the offloading process.
- Open and close tarpaulins where applicable.
- Apply appropriate loading techniques to protect the goods and ensure safe transportation.
3. Documentation and Operational Responsibilities
- Complete all required trip and delivery documentation.
- Perform additional duties associated with vehicle operations.
- Follow all reasonable instructions issued by the supervisor.
- Ensure that transportation activities are carried out efficiently and in accordance with company requirements.
4. Customer Service
- Interact with customers in a professional and efficient manner.
- Maintain good working relationships with customers during delivery and offloading activities.
- Represent the company professionally when dealing with clients.
5. Vehicle Care, Housekeeping and Safety
- Maintain good housekeeping standards for the vehicle.
- Keep the required uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) in good order.
- Follow and promote company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Comply with all applicable safety procedures.
- Maintain a safe driving record and a clean criminal record.
Mandatory Assessments and Training
Successful candidates must be prepared to undergo and complete the following processes:
- Medical evaluation.
- USCS training modules.
- Company induction processes.
- Practical driving evaluation.
- Verification of a clean criminal record.
Applicants should be aware that completing these requirements forms part of the recruitment and employment process.
Employment Conditions
This is a temporary fixed-term position based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, under the Anchor Yeast Local contract.
The successful candidate must be flexible and prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, depending on operational requirements.
Reference Number: UNI261104-2
Contract: Anchor Yeast Local
Employment Type: Temporary – Fixed Term
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Closing Date: 11 November 2026
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