Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver – Unitrans (Avoca Sugar, Darnall)

Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver – Unitrans (Avoca Sugar, Darnall)

Reference Number: UNI250619-15
Company: Unitrans
Business Unit: Agriculture
Contract: Avoca Sugar
Location: Darnall, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed-Term Contract)
Closing Date: 02 April 2026

Job Overview

Unitrans is currently recruiting a high calibre Ultra-heavy Motor Vehicle Driver (Code 14) for a fixed-term contract based in Darnall. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting goods safely and efficiently to various clients while ensuring full compliance with road safety regulations and company procedures.

This role is ideal for an experienced driver with a strong safety mindset and the ability to operate ultra-heavy vehicles in demanding operational environments.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Grade 11 or lower (minimum Grade 10 literacy required – 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
• Own reliable transport to and from work
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Clean criminal record

Key Skills and Knowledge

The ideal candidate should have:

• Strong understanding of defensive driving techniques
• Knowledge of vehicle components and basic mechanical awareness
• Ability to follow emergency and defect reporting procedures
• Experience in vehicle inspections and use of fire extinguishers
• Knowledge of vehicle loading and load securing techniques
• Ability to maximise vehicle efficiency and reduce operational costs

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparing vehicles for trips and operating ultra-heavy vehicles safely
• Loading, transporting, and offloading goods efficiently
• Handling all required documentation and related duties
• Following instructions from supervisors and supporting operations
• Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle, uniform, and PPE
• Adhering strictly to SOPs and safety procedures

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 customer service

Compliance and Assessments

Successful candidates will be required to complete:

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

Important Notes

This is a fixed-term contract position based in Darnall, KwaZulu-Natal. Candidates must be reliable, safety-conscious, and capable of working in a physically demanding and high-responsibility environment.