BVO

Job Title : Bulk Vehicle Operator (BVO)

Reports to : Logistics and Transport Manager

Location : Wasaa Terminals: East London

Business Unit : Logistics

Job classification : Permanent

Purpose of the role:

We have an opportunity for a seasoned Bulk Vehicle Operator in our operation. This is not only a Safety Critical role that requires an experienced person, but also a key stakeholder in our business deliverables and a Wasaa ambassador.

A Bulk Vehicle operator is responsible for delivering our various petrochemical products (Diesel, Petrol and Paraffin) by road to our various clients, as per the Wasaa prescribed Standard Operating Procedures and the relevant country laws that govern our industry.

Requirements:

· 5 Years experience of heavy-duty vehicle (EC) driving experience (combined 3 years of which must be Diesel, Petrol and Paraffin) by road.

· A valid Code (EC) Driving License and PrDP (with a Category D classification)

· A valid South African Passport, and experience on Cross border deliveries in the SADC region.

· A valid Dangerous Goods Transportation and handling Certificate

· Grade 12 (Matric) advantageous

· Competency on Defensive Driving, Fire Fighting, First Aid and Spill Containment certificates will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

· Ability to follow instructions from the Dispatch Office and client sites.

· Ability to assess risk and constraints that may pose a risk to self, Wasaa asset*/s*, third parties around your vehicle and the environment.

· Be a reasonably mechanically-sound person who is able to inspect the bulk vehicle, identify and/or report defects, delivery constraints and breakdowns timeously and accurately.

· Ensuring that the all Loading, Driving and Unloading operations are conducted in accordance with related safety regulation, Wasaa policies and Country laws.

· Complete the Delivery Documents correctly, accurately and in full for easy collection of the trip data by the relevant Admin offices.

· Report and justify excessive losses, gains timeously and manage the time effectively while avoiding unplanned / unauthorized stops.

· Be able to make safety critical decisions, execution and familiar with the Bulk Road Petro-Road Tanker Operation and equipment for the above listed various products.

Behavioral and Technical Skills:

· Attention to Detail

· Adaptability

· Communication

· Customer Service Orientated

· Problem Solving

· Resilience

· Sober Minded

· Time Management

If you have not been contacted within 7 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Closing date: 27th October 2026

Interested candidates can forward their CV by email to [email protected]

Work Location: In person