Heavy Vehicle Driver - Hay band A2

Job Advert Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for safe and correct use , operation and maintenance Horticulture related tool and plant.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate).
• Valid code EC driver’s license and the ability to pass Rand Waters K53 driving test
• 2 years’ driving experience
• Must be in possession of driving permit (PDP).
• Previous experience of a back- actor will be an added advantage.

Primary Duties

• Correct balancing of goods loaded
• Check if the vehicle is roadworthy
• Check if the vehicle is not overloaded (too high/ Long/ Wide)
• Check and confirm the load is secure and balanced
• Check correct operation of tie down and lifting
• Report vehicle defects and clean the vehicle.
• Assist with Tree felling
• Operating of cranes/ slings
• Relief other drivers in EMS and assist with other driving duties.
• Fill in log book
• Check documentation against the load
• Responsibility for welfare and safety of crew
• Responsible for vehicle and load whilst on the road
• Dumping at legal sites
• Ensure Compliance of lift equipment

Knowledge

• Safe working procedures
• Job planning
• Good road map interpretation

Skills

• Correct balancing and position of material loaded.
• Truck mounted crane operation
• Tipper truck experience

Attitude

• Performance driven
• Team work
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Customer services orientation