Petroleum Tanker Driver – Cape Town

Petroleum Tanker Driver – Cape Town

Company: Unitrans
Business Unit: Petroleum
Contract: Cape Fuel Cape Town
Location: Milnerton, Western Cape
Job Type: Temporary – Fixed Term
Reference Number: UNI260826-1
Closing Date: 5 September 2026

Job Overview

Unitrans is seeking an experienced Petroleum Tanker Driver to join its Cape Fuel operation in Cape Town. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely operating ultra-heavy vehicles with a gross vehicle mass or gross combination mass exceeding 25,000 kg.

The role requires an experienced professional driver with petroleum or dangerous goods transport experience, a strong safety record and the ability to comply with strict vehicle roadworthiness and operational requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric / NQF Level 4 or Grade 10 / NQF Level 2.
• Valid Code EC driver's licence.
• Valid PrDP, with the appropriate Dangerous Goods (D) authorisation where required.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a petroleum tanker driver.
• Safe and proven driving record.
• Clean criminal record.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the vehicle before each trip.
• Safely operate ultra-heavy-duty vehicles.
• Conduct vehicle inspections before and after every trip.
• Ensure the vehicle is roadworthy before leaving the depot.
• Transport petroleum products safely and responsibly.
• Handle all required documentation from dispatch through to the customer and back to the distribution centre.
• Take responsibility for goods transported to customers.
• Ensure all delivery documentation is correctly completed.
• Follow company safety procedures and operational requirements.
• Be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as instructed by the supervisor.

Application Details

Position: Petroleum Tanker Driver
Location: Milnerton, Western Cape
Company: Unitrans
Contract: Cape Fuel Cape Town
Reference: UNI260826-1
Job Type: Temporary – Fixed Term
Closing Date: 5 September 2026

Applicants with the required Code EC licence, PrDP and at least three years of petroleum tanker driving experience are encouraged to apply.