Heavy Machinery & Transport OpportunityThe Department of Water and Sanitation is hiring an experienced Heavy Vehicle Driver/Operator to operate specialised plant and machinery, transport work teams and materials, and support maintenance activities. The position is suitable for candidates with heavy vehicle driving experience, a valid Code EC/EC1 licence with PDP, and experience operating heavy equipment.Who Should Apply?This opportunity is suitable for candidates who:Have NQF Level 4 qualificationHave a valid Code EC/EC1 driver’s licence with PDPHave experience driving heavy vehicles and operating machineryAre comfortable working in outdoor and operational environmentsHave good safety awareness and attention to detailCan work under pressure and in challenging site conditionsRequirementsNQF Level 4 qualificationValid Code EC/EC1 driver’s licence with PDPCertified competency or operating certificate for heavy plant/machineryMinimum 5 years’ experience driving heavy motor vehicles and operating heavy equipmentKnowledge of traffic and road safety regulationsMechanical knowledge of heavy vehicles and machineryKnowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)Basic record keeping and reporting skillsGood communication skillsMain DutiesOperate specialised plant and equipmentConduct daily roadworthy inspectionsEnsure vehicles are serviced on timeTransport work teams, materials and equipmentCollect goods from suppliers and department storesRecord daily trips, fuel usage and fluid levelsMaintain vehicle and equipment registersPerform routine inspections on vehicles and machineryIdentify minor mechanical problems and arrange repairsEnsure safe keeping of equipment and vehiclesMaintain clean equipment storage areasAssist with maintenance work at gauging stationsAssist with refurbishment and construction activitiesSupport technical personnel with special tasksSkills NeededHeavy vehicle driving skillsEquipment operation skillsMechanical problem-solving abilitySafety awarenessGood communication skillsAttention to detailAbility to work independently and in a teamAbility to work in difficult weather and site conditionsWorking EnvironmentThe role involves working with heavy vehicles, machinery and operational sites. Candidates must be prepared to work outdoors, follow safety procedures and handle physically demanding tasks when required.Apply Now
