Experienced Code EC drivers can apply for an Ultra-Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver position in Roodepoort, Gauteng, with responsibility for transporting goods safely and efficiently to customers.
The position is temporary on a fixed-term basis and requires at least three years of ultra-heavy vehicle driving experience, a valid Code EC licence with PrDP, and a strong understanding of vehicle safety, loading and road compliance.
Applications close on 17 September 2026.
What will you be responsible for on the road?
You will operate ultra-heavy vehicles and transport goods to different customers while making sure the vehicle, load and trip meet safety requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing the vehicle before each trip
- Driving ultra-heavy vehicles
- Loading and transporting goods
- Overseeing or assisting with offloading
- Securing the load before departure
- Handling trip and delivery documentation
- Reporting emergencies and vehicle defects
- Following company safety procedures
The work requires both driving skill and careful attention to vehicle condition, load safety and customer service.
What licence and driving experience do you need?
You need a Code EC driver’s licence with a valid PrDP (DGP).
You must also have at least three years of experience driving an ultra-heavy vehicle.
A safe driving record is required, and you must be at least 25 years old.
What vehicle knowledge will you need?
You will need to understand the basic function and location of major vehicle components.
You should also know how to:
- Carry out vehicle inspections
- Identify and report defects
- Follow emergency reporting procedures
- Use a fire extinguisher
- Apply defensive driving techniques
- Load vehicles safely
- Operate efficiently to control fuel and vehicle costs
This means the position goes beyond simply driving from one location to another.
How important is load security?
Load security is a major part of the work.
Before leaving, you will need to make sure the vehicle is not overloaded and that the load is properly secured.
You may also need to open and close tarpaulins where required.
If offloading equipment is used, you may operate it or supervise the offloading process.
These responsibilities help protect the vehicle, the goods and other road users.
What safety standards will you need to follow?
You will be expected to follow company SOPs and safety procedures at all times.
Before appointment, you may need to complete:
- A medical evaluation
- USCS training modules
- Induction
- A practical driving assessment
- Verification of a clean criminal record
You will also need to keep the vehicle, uniform and PPE clean and in good condition.
Will you work shifts and public holidays?
You must be willing to work:
- Shifts
- Weekends
- Public holidays
This is important because distribution and transport operations often run outside normal office hours.
You should be comfortable with a schedule that changes according to operational needs.
What education do you need?
You need:
- Grade 12 / Matric / Senior Certificate
- Good verbal and numerical literacy
You must be able to understand instructions, complete documentation and work accurately with delivery and transport information.
How will you deal with customers?
You will be expected to deal with customers professionally and efficiently.
That includes making sure deliveries are handled correctly and communicating well during loading, transport and offloading.
For a distribution business, the driver is often one of the main people the customer deals with directly, so professionalism matters.
What can this position build toward?
Experience in ultra-heavy vehicle operations can support future opportunities in areas such as:
- Long-distance transport
- Distribution
- Fleet operations
- Logistics
- Heavy vehicle driving
- Transport supervision
- Driver training
- Fleet safety
Strong experience with vehicle compliance, loading and customer delivery can also strengthen future applications in larger transport and logistics operations.
Where is the position based?
The position is based in Roodepoort, Gauteng.
The contract is temporary on a fixed-term basis.
How do you apply?
Applications must be submitted through the employer’s recruitment process for the Ultra-Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver position.
Apply for for the Ultra-Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver position
Reference: UNI260903-4
Location: Roodepoort, Gauteng
Business Unit: Consumer
Contract: Temporary – Fixed Term
Closing date: 17 September 2026
