Heavy Vehicle Driver

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Ensure safe high-quality driving and effective vehicle operation
• Follow work instructions and orders.
• Ensure proper understanding of the required actions and orders.
• Apply recognised work driving and safety standards.
• Ensure that tasks are completed to required quality standards.
• Conduct daily inspections prior to usage.
• Ensure that the vehicle is maintained according to set schedule.
• Identify any unexpected problems that could require higher level technical support to vehicles.
• Compile an accurate shift report.
• Report to supervisor when task complete.
• Drive vehicle according to load.
• Ensure that regular inspections are carried out on vehicles to ensure road worthiness.
• Ensure accurate administration of load paperwork.
• Complete role related administration.
• Drive according to heavy duty driving regulations.
• Participate in safety meetings as and when required.
• Report any safety related grievances or issues to the safety rep or supervisor.
• Communicate any process-related problems to the appropriate team members/supervisors.
• Assist engineering staff with vehicle maintenance.
• Ensure effective two-way communication with team members.

This role is at a Band 9 level reporting to the Engineering Foreman.

Qualifications :

• Grade 12
• Valid EB/Code 08 drivers licence
• Valid Code C1 C EC1 EC drivers licence
• Code 10 Drivers Licence will be advantageous.
• Public Drivers Permit will be advantageous.

Experience Technical knowledge skills

• 1- 3 years heavy vehicle driving experience.
• Diving Skills: Applying safe driving techniques such as maintaining a safe following distance and being aware of surroundings.
• Traffic laws and regulations: Understanding and following all local state and federal traffic laws.
• Hazardous material handling and loading skills: Safely transporting dangerous goods in compliance with all regulations (for specific roles).
• Emergency response: Knowing how to react quickly and effectively in case of an accident or other emergency.
• Good communication skills.

Additional Information :

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms these include all acts of gender based violence bullying harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful inclusive and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date: 24 November 2025

Privacy policy - Valterra Platinum

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract