Unitrans is now taking applications from qualifying candidates wanting to join their Truck Driver Learnership. If this sounds like a great opportunity to you, apply now!
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Unitrans is offering an opportunity for unemployed South African youth to gain professional driving skills through its Truck Driver Learnership.
The learnership leads to an Occupational Certificate: Truck Driver NQF Level 3 and combines classroom learning, practical workplace training and driving experience.
The opportunity is available in KwaZulu-Natal, Cape Town and Gauteng.
Unitrans operates in the transportation, warehousing and supply chain sectors and is looking to develop young talent for the future of the road freight industry.
Professional driving can provide a pathway into the transport industry, while the sector continues to evolve through technologies such as computerised trucks, telematics and data-driven fleet management.
The learnership aims to develop drivers who prioritise safety, provide good customer service and are comfortable working with modern vehicle and fleet technology.
Unitrans Truck Driver Learnership Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must have a valid Code EC driver's licence with a Professional Driving Permit (PrDP), including categories D, G and P.
- Must provide a certified copy of their Matric certificate.
- Must be medically fit.
- Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
- A degree or diploma in logistics, supply chain management, transport economics or a related field will be advantageous.
Skills And Attributes
Unitrans is looking for candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and professional driving.
Applicants should have a safety-first mindset and sound judgement when driving. Strong customer service skills and the ability to solve problems and make independent decisions are also important.
Candidates should be comfortable using technology and willing to work with telematics and onboard vehicle systems as the company's fleet continues to modernise.
Reliability, discipline and pride in their work will also be important qualities for successful candidates.
What The Unitrans Truck Driver Learnership Includes
The Truck Driver Learnership will run for approximately 12 to 18 months and combines theoretical learning with practical workplace training.
Successful candidates will:
- Complete a structured programme combining classroom theory, on-the-job training and practical driving experience.
- Attend compulsory face-to-face classroom training and achieve the required competencies.
- Complete a minimum of 100 practical driving hours in the workplace before the final assessment.
- Learn to operate vehicles safely and efficiently while applying legislated road safety and energy-efficiency standards.
- Complete a final assessment to demonstrate competence.
- Complete the compulsory External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA).
The programme is designed to provide aspiring truck drivers with practical experience and the skills required to pursue a career in professional driving and the broader transport industry.
How To Apply For The Unitrans Truck Driver Learnership
Applicants should submit their applications through the Unitrans recruitment portal and provide all required supporting documents.
Candidates must attach certified copies of the following documents:
- South African ID.
- Code EC driver's licence with PrDP.
- Matric certificate.
- Other relevant qualifications, where applicable.
The certified documents must be no older than three months at the time of application.
If you meet the requirements and want to start a career in truck driving, this Unitrans learnership provides an opportunity to gain practical experience and work towards an Occupational Certificate: Truck Driver NQF Level 3.
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