TRAFFIC Free State

DRIVERS AND TRUCK ASSISTANT

KETHELO GROUP

Job Description

Bloemfontein, South Africa Posted on 03/24/2026

Responsibilities
  • Operate Code 10 vehicles including waste collection trucks, tipper trucks, and other assigned fleet vehicles safely and in full compliance with the National Road Traffic Act.
  • Transport waste, refuse, recyclable materials, and related loads to designated disposal or processing sites according to approved routes and schedules.
  • Assist waste management teams with loading and offloading of waste and equipment where required.
  • Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to confirm roadworthiness and report any defects or faults to the supervisor immediately.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date vehicle logbooks recording all trips, mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance activities.
  • Adhere strictly to waste collection schedules and designated routes to ensure reliable and timely service delivery.
  • Collect and deliver official documents, materials, and operational equipment as required.
  • Ensure assigned vehicles are clean, well-maintained, and roadworthy at all times.
  • Liaise with the fleet supervisor to coordinate scheduled vehicle services, repairs, and licence renewals.
  • Comply with all Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements applicable to waste management and heavy vehicle operations.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all operational information and agency matters at all times.

About This Role

Career insights for Light Truck Drivers positions

Salary Benchmark
$42,470/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Monitoring Operation and Control Reading Comprehension Speaking
Common Technologies
Microsoft Excel Eko FreightDATA Package location and tracking software Vehicle location and tracking software Computerized inventory tracking software Inventory management systems

Job Overview

Date Posted
27 Mar 2026
Location
Free State, South Africa

Light Truck Drivers Insights

Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.

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