Master Driver Jobs

Master Driver

Unitrans designs, implements and manages bespoke supply chain solutions. Our services include transportation, warehousing, mining and agricultural services, freight forwarding and clearing, and supply chain consulting. Unitrans is a subsidiary of KAP Industrial Holdings Limited; an investment company with a portfolio of diverse manufacturing and consumer.

Unitrans is seeking a Master Driver to join our team. In this integral role, you will provide hands-on job-readiness training and operational support to new drivers, ensuring they are equipped with the practical skills and site-specific knowledge required to excel. As a Master Driver, you will play a critical part in maintaining Unitrans’ high operational standards, focusing on safety, efficiency, and professionalism. The Master Driver role must focus on requirements set out in Unitrans’ contracts with its respective customers. Join Unitrans and help shape the future of safe and efficient logistics.

Key Details

• Job Type: Full Time
• Qualification: Matric / NQF level 4
• Experience: 1 year
• Location: Gauteng
• Job Field: Driving & Logistics

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Grade 12 / Matric / NQF level 4
• Experience in a similar training role: at least 1 year
• Proven experience as a professional driver with strong operational knowledge
• Previous experience in driver training or mentoring is an advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safety and quality standards

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver practical driver training tailored to operational needs
• Assess and mentor new drivers to ensure job readiness
• Provide site-specific training and guidance
• Support operational teams in upholding safety and compliance standards

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Conduct practical job-readiness coaching for new drivers, including direct support on deliveries to new sites
• Provide tailored training to ensure drivers are equipped for on-site demands and route-specific challenges
• Work alongside SHERQ to conduct thorough site and route assessments
• Provide insights during incident and accident investigations to help address root causes and implement corrective actions
• Conduct contract-specific training, including vehicle and product handling familiarization, covering regulatory and customer requirements
• Monitor driver certification and ensure compliance with job-specific safety requirements
• Submit regular coaching and training reports to the Contract / Depot Manager to provide visibility on driver readiness and competency
• Use telematics and DriveCam data to guide performance coaching on safe driving, fuel efficiency, and operational requirements
• Provide feedback and training based on data insights to improve driver performance

Closing Date

• 2025/10/16

Application Method

Interested and qualified? Apply through Unitrans’ recruitment portal.