Reach Truck Driver Job Opportunity | Maersk Logistics

Reach Truck Driver Job Opportunity | Maersk Logistics & Services – Johannesburg, South Africa

Looking for a Reach Truck Driver job in Johannesburg? Maersk Logistics & Services is hiring experienced Reach Truck Drivers to join its warehouse operations team. If you have a heavy vehicle driver’s licence, warehouse experience, and a commitment to safety, this full-time opportunity could be the perfect fit.

Job Details

Position: Reach Truck Driver
Company: Maersk Logistics & Services
Location:
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift
Workplace: Site-Based
Contract Type: Standard
Reference Number: R186118
Posted: 2 July 2026

What You’ll Do

As a Reach Truck Driver, you will help ensure safe and efficient warehouse and yard operations by:

  • Operating reach trucks, heavy vehicles, trucks and tractors
  • Moving containers safely between vessels and storage yards
  • Conducting daily pre- and post-operation equipment inspections
  • Reporting equipment faults, damage and safety hazards immediately
  • Following warehouse traffic rules and speed limits
  • Maintaining clean vehicles and operator cabins
  • Assisting with stock counts and inventory accuracy
  • Packaging, wrapping and labelling goods for dispatch
  • Cleaning containers, pallets, machinery and warehouse areas
  • Supporting general warehouse operations and teamwork
  • Following all health, safety and NBCRFLI workplace regulations

Minimum Requirements

To qualify, applicants should have:

  • At least 2 years’ experience operating heavy vehicles or similar equipment
  • A valid Heavy Vehicle Driver’s Licence
  • Reach truck or forklift operating experience (advantageous)
  • Knowledge of warehouse and container terminal operations
  • Good understanding of workplace safety procedures
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Physical fitness for lifting, moving and stacking goods
  • Good attention to detail and accuracy

Skills & Attributes

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

  • Safe equipment operation
  • Warehouse and inventory handling skills
  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliability and accountability
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent attention to safety
  • Team-oriented attitude

Why Join Maersk?

Maersk offers employees:

  • Permanent full-time employment
  • Career growth within a global logistics company
  • Professional and diverse working environment
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • Inclusive workplace with equal employment opportunities
  • Competitive employee benefits

How to Apply

Applications are now open for the Reach Truck Driver position at Maersk Logistics & Services in Johannesburg. Submit your application before the vacancy closes and ensure your CV highlights your driving licences, warehouse experience and heavy equipment operating skills.