Long Haul Truck Driver

About the role

The Long Haul Truck Driver will operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods over long distances, often across international borders. You will work as part of a two‑person team or convoy, ensuring timely and safe delivery of cargo while maintaining high standards of customer service.

Key responsibilities

• Drive long‑haul routes, including cross‑border trips, while adhering to all safety regulations.
• Load and unload goods and obtain special permits for international transport.
• Perform pre‑trip, en‑route, and post‑trip inspections, including brake adjustments and emergency roadside repairs.
• Monitor vehicle condition, inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold‑storage units and conduct preventive maintenance.
• Record cargo details, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption, and relay information to central dispatch.
• Address customer complaints or concerns with professionalism.

Required profile

• Secondary school graduation certificate.
• Valid Class 1 (or A) driver’s licence with Air Brake (Z) endorsement.
• Knowledge of trans‑border documentation such as bill of lading, driver logbook and incident reports.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, days and weekends.

Required skills

• Air Brake (Z) endorsement.
• Class 1 or A driver’s licence.
• Ability to complete and manage bill of lading, driver logbook and inspection reports.