Code 14 Drivers needed for GEORGE
Company
Worldwide Staffing (Pty) Ltd
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
4 hours ago
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Job Description
Introduction
Code 14 drivers in
South Africa
(Code EC licence) operate heavy articulated vehicles (over 16,000kg) for long-distance or local freight, requiring a valid license, PrDP, and 2-5+ years of experience with interlinks or tankers. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, safe driving, load securing, compliance with traffic laws (AARTO), and route planning.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Vehicle Operation: Safely drive heavy vehicles, including super links, tippers, or tankers.
• Inspections: Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, ensuring roadworthiness and reporting faults.
• Logistics & Loading: Assist with or oversee the loading/unloading of cargo, ensuring it is properly secured to prevent damage.
• Compliance: Adhere strictly to the National Road Traffic Act, including speed limits, lane discipline, and obtaining border clearance for cross-border routes.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date trip logs, delivery notes, and documentation.
• Route Planning: Utilize GPS and maps to determine the most efficient routes
• Logistics and transport companies.
Desired Experience & Qualification
• License: Valid Code 14 (EC) driver's license.
• Permit: Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
• Experience: Generally 2–5 years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle driving, specifically with interlinks.
• Skills: Strong communication, time management, and basic mechanical knowledge.
Code 14 drivers in
South Africa
(Code EC licence) operate heavy articulated vehicles (over 16,000kg) for long-distance or local freight, requiring a valid license, PrDP, and 2-5+ years of experience with interlinks or tankers. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, safe driving, load securing, compliance with traffic laws (AARTO), and route planning.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Vehicle Operation: Safely drive heavy vehicles, including super links, tippers, or tankers.
• Inspections: Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, ensuring roadworthiness and reporting faults.
• Logistics & Loading: Assist with or oversee the loading/unloading of cargo, ensuring it is properly secured to prevent damage.
• Compliance: Adhere strictly to the National Road Traffic Act, including speed limits, lane discipline, and obtaining border clearance for cross-border routes.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date trip logs, delivery notes, and documentation.
• Route Planning: Utilize GPS and maps to determine the most efficient routes
• Logistics and transport companies.
Desired Experience & Qualification
• License: Valid Code 14 (EC) driver's license.
• Permit: Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
• Experience: Generally 2–5 years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle driving, specifically with interlinks.
• Skills: Strong communication, time management, and basic mechanical knowledge.
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The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
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