Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver – Rainbow (Hammersdale)

Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver – Rainbow (Hammersdale)

Reference Number: UNI260319-6
Company: Rainbow
Business Unit: Consumer Division
Location: Hammersdale, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed-Term Contract)
Closing Date: 26 March 2026

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity is available for a skilled and experienced Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver to join Rainbow in Hammersdale. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of goods to various clients, ensuring compliance with road safety regulations and company procedures.

This role is ideal for a professional driver with strong experience in operating ultra-heavy vehicles and a commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric / Senior Certificate
• Minimum Grade 10 literacy (verbal and numerical)
• Valid Code EC (Code 14) driver’s licence
• Valid PrDP (DGP)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience driving ultra-heavy vehicles
• Must be 25 years of age or older
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Clean driving record and clear criminal record

Key Skills and Knowledge

The ideal candidate should have:

• Knowledge of defensive driving techniques
• Understanding of vehicle components and basic mechanical awareness
• Ability to follow emergency and defect reporting procedures
• Experience in vehicle inspections and use of safety equipment such as fire extinguishers
• Knowledge of vehicle loading techniques and load securing
• Ability to maximise vehicle efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparing the vehicle for trips and operating ultra-heavy vehicles safely
• Loading, transporting, and offloading goods efficiently
• Ensuring all relevant documentation is completed accurately
• Following instructions from supervisors and adhering to company procedures
• Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle, uniform, and PPE
• Complying with SOPs and all safety regulations

Additional responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the vehicle is not overloaded in line with the National Road Traffic Act
• Securing loads properly before departure
• Operating or overseeing offloading processes
• Opening and closing tarpaulins where required
• Providing professional and efficient service when dealing with customers

Compliance and Assessments

Successful candidates will be required to complete and pass the following:

• Medical evaluation
• USCS training modules
• Induction programme
• Practical driving assessment
• Criminal record verification

Important Notes

This is a fixed-term contract position based in Hammersdale, KwaZulu-Natal. Candidates must be flexible and available to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.