Transnet Port Mobile Equipment Drivers 2025
Additional Information
Position: Driver: Port Mobile Equipment (FTH)
Location: Richards Bay, South Africa
Division: TPT Richards Bay MPT
Grade: HRLYJ1
Reference Number: req3113
Closing Date: 17 June 2025
Employment Type: Non-Permanent
Reporting To: Operations Manager
Equity Focus: King Cetshwayo District applicants preferred
Background & Job Description
Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) is offering an exciting opportunity for skilled individuals to join their Richards Bay Multi-Purpose Terminal (MPT) operations as a Driver: Port Mobile Equipment (FTH). This role plays a vital function in the logistics chain by loading, transporting, and unloading cargo using terminal mobile equipment. The successful candidate will be expected to operate machinery in line with standard operating procedures, contributing to smooth cargo flow and reduced damage — which are key to boosting terminal profitability.
This role is especially suitable for candidates with prior port or warehouse driving experience and relevant machine operation certification. Preference will be given to individuals residing in the King Cetshwayo district, aligning with Transnet’s employment equity goals.
Tasks
- Conduct pre-start inspections on allocated equipment daily to ensure operational readiness
- Record and report any equipment defects and complete required task sheets
- Refuel and replenish fluid levels of equipment
- Operate various mobile equipment types in line with SOPs, including:
- Articulated vehicles
- Tractor/trailer combinations
- Forklifts
- Payloader
- Tip trucks
- Monitor machine performance during tasks and report incidents or accidents
- Ensure correct tools and attachments are used for specific cargo handling
- Switch between equipment as per operational needs
- Perform end-of-shift shutdown and reporting tasks
Qualifications
- Matric / NQF Level 4 qualification
- Valid Code 14 (EC) driver’s license
- Certified competence for each operated machine, such as:
- Dumper
- Front-End Loader
- Payloader
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant driving and equipment operation experience
- Work experience in one or more of the following environments:
- Port Operations
- Maritime Services
- Warehousing/Tallying Services
Brief Company Contact Details
Company: Transnet Port Terminals (TPT)
Division: TPT Operations Fleet, Richards Bay
Contact: Applications should be submitted online through the Transnet Careers Portal
Note: It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR receives the application before the closing date.
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