Heavy Vehicle Driver (Hay Band A2) –
Job Title: Heavy Vehicle Driver – Hay Band A2
Company: Rand Water
Portfolio: Bulk Water Services – Operations
Location: Zuikerbosch, Three Rivers East, Vereeniging, Gauteng, South Africa
Employment Type: Full-Time
Closing Date: 05 August 2026
Job Overview
Rand Water is inviting applications for the position of Heavy Vehicle Driver – Hay Band A2 based at its Zuikerbosch site in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This opportunity is ideal for experienced heavy vehicle drivers who are committed to road safety, responsible vehicle operation, and supporting operational activities within a large infrastructure environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe operation, use, and maintenance of heavy vehicles, horticultural tools, and plant equipment. The role involves transporting loads safely, ensuring vehicles remain roadworthy, assisting with operational tasks such as tree felling, operating truck-mounted cranes and lifting equipment, completing vehicle documentation, and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who hold a valid Code EC driver’s licence with a Professional Driving Permit (PDP) and are looking to build a career with one of South Africa’s leading water utilities.
Key Responsibilities
The Heavy Vehicle Driver will be responsible for:
- Safely transporting equipment, materials, and operational loads.
- Ensuring all loads are correctly balanced, secured, and transported safely.
- Conducting daily roadworthiness inspections before operating the vehicle.
- Ensuring vehicles are not overloaded or carrying unsafe loads.
- Checking the correct operation of lifting equipment, tie-downs, cranes, and slings.
- Reporting vehicle defects and arranging maintenance where required.
- Cleaning and maintaining company vehicles.
- Operating truck-mounted cranes and lifting equipment safely.
- Assisting with tree felling and horticultural operational activities.
- Providing relief driving support to other EMS drivers when required.
- Completing vehicle logbooks accurately and on time.
- Verifying delivery documentation against transported loads.
- Taking responsibility for the safety and welfare of crew members during transport.
- Ensuring the security of both the vehicle and its load while travelling.
- Disposing of waste at authorised legal dumping sites.
- Ensuring all lifting equipment complies with operational and safety requirements.
- Supporting additional transport and operational duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate).
- A valid Code EC driver’s licence.
- A valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
- At least 2 years of heavy vehicle driving experience.
- Ability to successfully pass the Rand Water K53 driving assessment.
- Previous back-actor operating experience will be advantageous.
Knowledge Required
Candidates should possess knowledge of:
- Safe working procedures.
- Job planning and work organisation.
- Road map interpretation.
- Heavy vehicle safety regulations.
- Load securing procedures.
- Lifting equipment compliance.
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Heavy vehicle driving skills.
- Correct balancing and positioning of loads.
- Truck-mounted crane operation.
- Tipper truck operating experience.
- Attention to detail.
- Time management.
- Teamwork.
- Customer service orientation.
- Problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety.
Working Environment
This position involves operating heavy vehicles in a physically demanding outdoor environment. Drivers will transport equipment and materials, assist with field operations, and work closely with operational teams. The role requires strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and transport regulations while maintaining high standards of professionalism and operational efficiency.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a responsible and safety-conscious heavy vehicle driver with experience operating large trucks and lifting equipment. They are dependable, able to work with minimal supervision, and committed to delivering work safely and efficiently. Candidates with crane operation experience, tipper truck experience, or exposure to horticultural and infrastructure operations will have an added advantage.
Joining Rand Water offers the opportunity to become part of one of South Africa’s most respected public utilities. Employees contribute to the delivery of essential services while benefiting from structured work environments, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to build a long-term career within a nationally recognised organisation.