Code 10 Heavy Vehicle Driver Shift Work
Company
Unitrans Recruitment
Location
Durban
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Unitrans is seeking a high-calibre Code 10 driver to prepare vehicles for trips and operate heavy duty trucks from Durban, ensuring safety and compliance. The role requires a clean driving record and a clear criminal history, with responsibilities including documentation, ancillary duties, and following supervisor instructions.
Please note that shifts include weekends and public holidays; drivers must be medically fit and possess a valid PDP.
Please note that shifts include weekends and public holidays; drivers must be medically fit and possess a valid PDP.
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What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
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.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
