Code 14 Car Carrier Driver

Long hours, clean record, safe arrival every time: that is what a coal haulage contractor in Mbombela pays for. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

You'll report in Mbombela. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Keep the logbook and tachograph or telematics records up to date
• Log driving hours and take the required rest breaks
• Carry out fuel stops with the fuel card and keep the slips
• Drive planned routes and stop only at approved truck stops
• Follow hazchem rules, placards and emergency procedures on tanker loads
• Check reefer temperatures and record them on cold-chain loads
• Check the load is secured, strapped or sealed before leaving the depot

• Medically fit, including eyesight
• At least 3 years on Code 14 trucks
• Clean criminal record
• Able to be away from home for several nights at a time
• Valid PrDP (G for goods, D for dangerous goods on tankers)

• Paid PrDP renewal
• Provident fund and medical aid option
• Overnight and subsistence allowance on trips

• Be honest about accidents or fines. Companies check your driving record anyway and trust drivers who tell them upfront.
• Expect a driving test with a real truck. Arrive rested and do your pre-trip check out loud so the assessor sees it.