Assistant Driver

Commercial Vehicle Operations

Support heavy vehicle operations for long-haul freight company servicing SADC region.

Key Responsibilities

• Second driver for cross-border freight operations
• Maintain trip logs and compliance documentation
• Assist with cargo securing and inspections
• Monitor vehicle performance and fuel consumption
• Manage border crossing paperwork
• Stand-in driving during driver rest periods

Mandatory Requirements

• Valid Code 14 driver’s license with PDP
• 3+ years commercial driving experience
• Dangerous goods certification (advantageous)
• Knowledge of cross-border regulations
• Ability to be away for 5-7 days at a time

Benefits

• Salary: R14,000 – R18,000/month
• Per diem allowance: R350/day on road
• Cross-border bonuses
• Accommodation provided during trips
• Medical insurance

Vehicle Type: Freightliner Cascadia with sleeper cab

Routes: SA to Zimbabwe/Zambia/Botswana