Code 14 Driver (Fuel Tanker)

Reference: JHB003221-AR-1

Our client in the Randfontein area is looking for Code 14 (EC) Fuel Tanker Driver, responsible for transporting petrol, diesel and other approved petroleum products safely from depots or refineries to service stations, commercial customers and other designated delivery points. The position requires a valid heavy motor vehicle driving licence, a professional driving permit (PrDP), Dangerous Good Certificate. relevant tanker-driving experience and compliance with South African road traffic, occupational health and safety, and dangerous-goods transport requirements. Duties & Responsibilities

 

Our client in the Randfontein area is looking for Code 14 (EC) Fuel Tanker Driver, responsible for transporting petrol, diesel and other approved petroleum products safely from depots or refineries to service stations, commercial customers and other designated delivery points. 

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