Code 14 Driver (Fuel Tanker)

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Code EC (Code 14) Driver’s Licence.
• Valid PrDP with a Dangerous Goods (Category D) endorsement.
• Valid Hazchem / Dangerous Goods Certification.
• 3 to 6 years of experience operating ultra-heavy vehicles (Superlink, Interlink, or combinations), with at least 3 years specifically handling fuel or hazardous bulk liquid tankers.
• Grade 12 (Matric) is highly preferred.

Key Performance Areas & Responsibilities

• Safe Product Transportation: Drive long-distance, local, or cross-border routes while maintaining optimal speed limits and strict adherence to the National Road Traffic Act.
• Loading & Offloading Operations: Execute precise vehicle loading and offloading techniques at fuel depots and customer sites, ensuring zero product contamination or fuel shortages.
• Daily Vehicle Inspections: Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections (checking tyres, brakes, fifth wheel, and tanker valves) and formally report defects.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to strict dangerous goods regulations, company health and safety protocols, and environment-protection policies.
• Admin & Document Management: Maintain flawless trip records, delivery documentation, and ensure border clearance or transit paperwork remains with the vehicle at all times.
• Fuel & Route Monitoring: Monitor fuel consumption patterns and follow pre-determined, authorized routes without unauthorized deviations