{"id":1321,"date":"2025-05-21T07:24:31","date_gmt":"2025-05-21T07:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/?p=1321"},"modified":"2025-05-21T07:24:31","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T07:24:31","slug":"code-14-driver-universal-paper-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/code-14-driver-universal-paper-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"Code 14 Driver \u2013 Universal Paper (South Africa)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Job Opportunity: Code 14 Driver \u2013 Universal Paper (South Africa)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> South Africa
Position:<\/strong> Code 14 Driver
Department:<\/strong> Customer Services and Distribution
Contract Type:<\/strong> Permanent
Company:<\/strong> Universal Paper<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Overview:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Universal Paper is seeking a professional and experienced Code 14 Driver<\/strong> to join our Customer Services and Distribution team. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting both raw and finished goods across various locations, ensuring deliveries are safe, efficient, and punctual. The role also includes internal vehicle movements and forklift operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Key Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

On-Time Delivery:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Transport raw materials and finished goods between manufacturing plants, customer sites, retail outlets, and distribution centers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Operate multiple vehicles for internal shunting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Plan routes using GPS and meet delivery schedules<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Load and unload goods at specified locations<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Collect and verify delivery documentation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Use on-site radio systems for coordinated movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Road Safety Compliance:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Follow all road traffic laws and regulations<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Log driving hours, distances, and fuel\/toll expenses<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Ensure compliance with truck operation policies, including load capacity, break times, and route restrictions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Maintain valid Code 14 license (PDP) and report expiry dates in advance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Usage:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Operate forklifts for truck loading\/unloading<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Maintain valid forklift license<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Use pallet jacks to prepare goods for delivery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vehicle Fitness and Safety:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Conduct daily inspections and document vehicle condition<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Report maintenance needs to supervisors<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Participate in routine and non-routine safety audits<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Identify safety hazards and implement corrective actions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Maintain cleanliness and presentation of vehicles<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Minimum Requirements:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

-Grade 12 certificate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Minimum 5 years\u2019 experience as a heavy-duty driver<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Valid Code 14 (EC) driver\u2019s license<\/strong> with a valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Valid forklift license<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Excellent communication and customer service skills<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Physically fit with good eyesight and hearing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Strong judgement and decision-making abilities<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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APPLICATION PROCESS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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APPLY HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n