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iLembe District Municipality is hiring 31 Heavy Duty Drivers in KwaZulu-Natal. Grade 9, Code 14/EC licence and PDP required. Apply by 11 September 2026.

The iLembe District Municipality is inviting suitably qualified and competent applicants to apply for 31 Heavy Duty Driver positions within the Technical Services Department. These are permanent municipal jobs based in the iLembe District, KwaZulu-Natal.

The successful candidates will be responsible for operating heavy-duty and extra-heavy-duty vehicles and delivering water across the municipal area. This opportunity is suitable for experienced drivers who hold a valid EC/Code 14 driver’s licence with a Professional Driving Permit (PDP).

iLembe Heavy Duty Driver Jobs – Job Details

  • Employer: iLembe District Municipality
  • Position: Heavy Duty Driver
  • Reference Number: LDM-20
  • Department: Technical Services
  • Industry: Government / Municipal
  • Location: iLembe, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Number of Positions: 31
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Salary: R183,167.08 – R237,787.90 per annum
  • Closing Date: 11 September 2026

Heavy Duty Driver Job Purpose

The Heavy Duty Drivers will provide essential transport support to the municipality by safely operating heavy-duty and extra-heavy-duty vehicles.

A key responsibility is the delivery of water throughout the iLembe municipal area. Drivers may also be required to perform additional operational duties as instructed by their supervisors or other authorised municipal officials.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the iLembe District Municipality Heavy Duty Driver jobs, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • NQF Level 1 / Grade 9 qualification.
  • A valid EC (Code 14) driver’s licence.
  • A valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
  • Between 6 months and 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and understand instructions.
  • Physical fitness and ability to perform manual and driving-related duties.
  • Willingness to work in different weather conditions.
  • Willingness to work outside normal working hours when required.
  • Ability to undergo a competency assessment if requested.

Heavy Duty Driver Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected to perform a range of municipal driving and operational duties, including:

  • Operate heavy-duty and extra-heavy-duty vehicles safely.
  • Deliver water to areas throughout the iLembe municipal area.
  • Conduct duties according to instructions, operational procedures and safety requirements.
  • Carry out additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.
  • Undertake other reasonable duties when required by an authorised municipal official.
  • Ensure that municipal vehicles are operated responsibly and safely.
  • Follow instructions relating to assigned routes, deliveries and municipal operations.
  • Support the municipality’s service delivery activities through reliable transport services.

Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

Communication Skills

The ability to communicate clearly and understand instructions is important. Drivers must be able to work effectively with supervisors, colleagues and members of the public.

Physical Fitness

The position requires candidates to be physically fit and able-bodied enough to perform the duties associated with heavy-duty vehicle operations and municipal service delivery.

Flexibility

Successful candidates must be prepared to work in different weather conditions and outside normal working hours when operational requirements demand it.

Safety and Responsibility

Heavy-duty vehicles must be operated responsibly. Candidates should demonstrate good judgement, reliability and a commitment to following instructions and safety requirements.

Competency Assessment

Potential candidates may be required to undergo a competency assessment as part of the recruitment process. Applicants should therefore ensure that they have the necessary driving experience and are able to demonstrate their ability to operate heavy-duty vehicles safely.

Salary and Benefits

The advertised salary for the Heavy Duty Driver positions is:

R183,167.08 – R237,787.90 per annum

The positions are permanent. The advertisement does not provide a detailed breakdown of additional benefits, so applicants should confirm applicable municipal benefits during the recruitment process.

Important Application Information

The iLembe District Municipality Heavy Duty Driver vacancy is an opportunity for suitably qualified drivers to join local government and contribute to essential municipal service delivery.

Before applying, candidates should ensure that they meet the minimum requirements, particularly the EC/Code 14 driver’s licence and PDP requirement.

Job Reference: LDM-20
Positions Available: 31
Closing Date: 11 September 2026

Enquiries

For enquiries regarding the vacancy, contact:

Human Resources Manager: Mr GM Nzuza
Telephone: 032 437 9348 / 032 437 9537

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the requirements should submit their applications through the iLembe District Municipality recruitment platform.

Make sure your application contains accurate information and that you meet all the stated requirements before submitting it.

Apply Before 11 September 2026

If you have a valid Code 14/EC driver’s licence, PDP and relevant experience, this is an opportunity to apply for one of 31 permanent Heavy Duty Driver jobs with iLembe District Municipality.

Apply now and share this vacancy with qualified drivers who may be looking for municipal employment opportunities.

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