Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa Shunter Driver โ Midrand, Gauteng | Code 10/14 + 1 Year Experience | Apply by 22 September 2026
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is recruiting a Shunter Driver to join its Warehouse department in Midrand, Gauteng.
This is a fixed-term temporary position for a suitably experienced driver with a valid Heavy-Duty/Commercial Driver’s Licence โ Code 10/14 or equivalent and at least 1 year of professional driving experience.
The successful candidate will be responsible for safely manoeuvring trucks and trailers within the warehouse and yard environment, positioning trailers for loading and off-loading, conducting vehicle inspections and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.
Applications close on 22 September 2026.
Job Overview
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Company | Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) |
| Position | Shunter Driver |
| Reference Number | CCB260915-1 |
| Job Category | Logistics |
| Department | Warehouse |
| Location | Midrand, Gauteng |
| Country | South Africa |
| Employment Type | Fixed Term (Temporary) |
| Driver’s Licence | Code 10/14 or equivalent |
| Experience | Minimum 1 year professional driving experience |
| Closing Date | 22 September 2026 |
About the Shunter Driver Position
The Shunter Driver will report directly to the Team Leader Warehouse in Midrand.
The key purpose of the position is to:
Safely and efficiently manoeuvre trucks and trailers within the yard and warehouse area.
Vehicles and trailers need to be positioned correctly so they can be:
- Loaded
- Off-loaded
- Parked
- Moved between designated yard areas
All activities must be performed within CCBSA’s predefined operational efficiency and safety standards.
Main Functional Areas
The position covers four primary functional capabilities:
- Shunting and Dock Management
- Vehicle Maintenance and Safety
- Communication and Documentation
- HSE and Traffic Compliance
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Shunting and Dock Management
The Shunter Driver will be responsible for positioning and moving trailers safely throughout the yard.
Responsibilities include:
- Spotting trailers at the correct dock doors.
- Staging trailers for loading and unloading.
- Following instructions from the Warehouse Team Leader or Yard Supervisor.
- Removing loaded or empty trailers from dock doors once warehouse activities are completed.
- Minimising trailer idle time.
- Helping maximise dock-door utilisation.
Trailer Management
The successful candidate will inspect and manage trailer inventory within the yard.
Trailers must be positioned in appropriate designated lanes, which may include:
- Empty trailers ready for loading
- Loaded trailers awaiting dispatch
- Damaged trailers
Good organisation and accurate trailer positioning are therefore important aspects of the position.
Hooking and Detaching Trailers
The Shunter Driver will perform the necessary:
- Trailer hook-ups
- Trailer detachments
The driver must ensure that landing gear is correctly deployed and secure before releasing a trailer.
Vehicle Inspections
The successful candidate must conduct mandatory:
Pre-trip and post-trip inspections
These inspections include documenting relevant safety and maintenance checks such as:
- Lights
- Tyres
- Fluid levels
- Other required vehicle checks
Reporting Vehicle Defects
Any:
- Shunter defects
- Maintenance requirements
- Vehicle damage
must be reported to the Team Leader immediately.
The position therefore requires drivers who pay close attention to vehicle condition and safety.
Health, Safety and Environment
Strict compliance with Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards is required.
Drivers must comply with:
- Yard speed limits
- Traffic patterns
- Traffic regulations
- Safety procedures
- Appropriate PPE requirements
The advert also specifically refers to safety equipment such as:
- Wheel chocks
- Kingpin locks
Drivers must operate particularly carefully in congested areas.
Communication Responsibilities
The Shunter Driver will maintain continuous communication with the:
Warehouse Team Leader
Communication may take place through:
- Two-way radio
- Relevant communication systems
The driver will receive real-time instructions and provide updates regarding:
- Trailer locations
- Trailer movements
- Changes in trailer status
Documentation
The successful candidate must accurately complete documentation relating to:
- Trailer movements
- Pre-trip inspections
- Post-trip inspections
- Maintenance checks
Accuracy is important because these records support both operational efficiency and safety compliance.
Security and Gate Control
The Shunter Driver will also coordinate with:
- Security personnel
- Gate control
This communication relates to the status and location of inbound and outbound trailers.
Key Business Indicators
Performance in the position will be measured against indicators including:
Shunter-Related Incident Rate
Safe operation is an important measure of performance.
Trailer Spotting Time
Drivers are expected to position trailers efficiently while maintaining safe operating practices.
Pre- and Post-Trip Inspection Completion Rate
Required inspections must be consistently completed.
Driver’s Licence Requirement
Applicants need a valid:
Heavy-Duty/Commercial Driver’s Licence โ Code 10/14 or equivalent
The licence is specifically required for yard shunting.
Applicants will also need to attach a copy of their Driver’s Licence to their application.
Experience Requirement
Applicants need at least:
1 year of professional driving experience
Experience preferably includes operating a:
- Terminal tractor
- Shunter
- Semi-trailer truck
The word โpreferablyโ is important: the advert requires one year of professional driving experience, while experience specifically operating these vehicle types is preferred.
Required Driving Skills
Applicants should be able to safely and accurately manoeuvre a terminal tractor and trailer.
This is particularly important when:
- Reversing
- Aligning trailers
- Entering tight dock doors
- Working in congested staging lanes
Trailer Knowledge
The successful candidate should have expertise in routine operational tasks involving:
- Hooking trailers
- Detaching trailers
- Securing trailers
- Positioning trailers
Basic Vehicle Knowledge
Applicants should understand shunter vehicle operation, including:
- Air-brake systems
- Lighting
- General mechanical functions
This knowledge is necessary when conducting required pre- and post-trip inspections.
Radio Communication
The successful candidate should be able to clearly and effectively use:
Two-way radio or relevant communication devices
This is necessary for receiving real-time instructions from the Warehouse Team Leader.
Required Application Documents
CCBSA specifically states that all applicants must attach the following documents to be considered:
- Updated CV
- Matric Certificate
- Driver’s Licence
Applicants should check that all three documents have been uploaded successfully before submitting the online application.
Matric Requirement
Although the Education section primarily lists the required commercial driver’s licence, CCBSA’s application instructions specifically require candidates to attach a:
Matric Certificate
Applicants should therefore ensure this document is included.
Salary
No salary is stated in the supplied vacancy.
Candidates should not rely on unofficial salary estimates when applying.