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🚛 Driver: Port Mobile Equipment (FTH)

📍 Location: Richards Bay | Division: TPT Richards Bay MPT
🗓️ Closing Date: 17 June 2025
🔖 Reference: req3113 | Grade: HRLYJ1
💼 Type: Non-Permanent | Department: TPT, Operations Fleet

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Purpose of the Role

Transnet Port Terminals seeks a skilled Port Mobile Equipment Driver to support cargo operations at the Richards Bay Multipurpose Terminal (MPT). The successful candidate will operate various heavy-duty mobile equipment to load, transport, and unload cargo safely and efficiently, minimizing damage and improving terminal productivity.

📌 Applicants residing within the King Cetshwayo district will be given preference.

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Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily equipment checks to ensure operational readiness.
• Log equipment defects and submit daily task sheets.
• Refuel and top up fluids on assigned machinery.
• Operate equipment such as:
  • Articulated Vehicles
  • Tractor/Trailer Combos
  • Forklifts
  • Payloaders
  • Tip Trucks
• Follow safety and operating procedures strictly.
• Report incidents or accidents promptly.
• Change attachments as required to suit different cargo.
• Complete end-of-shift duties and equipment shutdown protocols.

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Minimum Requirements

✅ Matric / NQF Level 4
✅ Code 14 (EC) Driver’s License
✅ Valid operator certificates for relevant machines (e.g. Dumper, Front-End Loader, Payloader)
✅ At least 2 years’ relevant experience in Port Operations, Maritime Services, or Warehouse Tallying

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Required Competencies

• Strong knowledge of port operations and mobile terminal machinery
• Skilled in daily equipment checks, fault reporting, and safety protocols
• Experience handling different types of cargo and adapting equipment as needed
• Awareness of machine capacity and safe load handling procedures

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🧭 Employment Equity

Transnet is committed to transformation and encourages applications from members of designated groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan.

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📬 How to Apply

Ensure your application is submitted to HR before 17 June 2025. Late applications will not be considered.