Code 10 Driver Opportunity at BUCO Athlone

BUCO Athlone, operating under The Building Company, is recruiting a professional and vigilant Code 10 / Heavy Vehicle Driver (3,501 – 9,000 kg) to handle customer deliveries across the greater Cape Peninsula. Serving high-volume contractors and regional building sites, the Athlone branch depends on punctual and dependable logistics to deliver timber, cement, bricks, and specialized building supplies safely to customer destinations.

In this role, you will be responsible for operating commercial fleet vehicles, verifying loaded items against official delivery notes, ensuring load security, and providing exceptional customer service on client sites. The driver serves as a key ambassador for BUCO, maintaining company assets, enforcing road safety protocols, and collecting payments where applicable.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Safely transport and deliver heavy building materials to commercial work sites, retail locations, and private residential addresses.
• Oversee the packing and securing of goods onto vehicles, ensuring weight distribution avoids breakages or vehicle instability.
• Conduct strict daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, checking tire pressure, oil levels, brakes, and exterior lights.
• Identify and log vehicle mechanical faults, body damage, or maintenance requirements immediately to the fleet controller.
• Verify delivery quantities against invoices and delivery documentation, securing authorized customer signatures on site.
• Collect Cash-on-Delivery (COD) monies accurately and safeguard funds until reconciling with branch finance.
• Promote fuel efficiency, eliminate unnecessary vehicle idling, and practice defensive driving at all times.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

• Safety-conscious driver with a clean driving record and strong knowledge of Cape Town road networks.
• Responsible, trustworthy individual capable of handling cash collections and formal administrative documentation.
• Positive customer service approach with professional communication when dealing with on-site building contractors.
• Physically fit and prepared to assist logistics crews with offloading goods when required.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Drivers at BUCO participate in ongoing fleet compliance training, defensive driving workshops, and customer relations development. Demonstrated commitment, route efficiency, and spotless safety records open avenues for advancement into fleet management, dispatch coordination, or yard supervisory roles within The Building Company group.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for a heavy vehicle delivery driver role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R8,500 – R13,500 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Interested drivers holding the appropriate license categories and professional driving permits are invited to submit their application via the online portal. Ensure all documentation is valid and verifiable.

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
• Valid Code 10 (C1 / Heavy Vehicle) driver's license with valid PrDP.
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable commercial delivery driving experience.
• Knowledge of road safety legislation, route planning, and cargo lashing.