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Heavy Truck Driver Salary
in South Africa

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ZAR 331,976

Average Salary

ZAR 160/hr

Average Hourly

ZAR 8,233

Average Bonus

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The average pay for a Heavy Truck Driver is ZAR 331,976 a year and ZAR 160 an hour in South Africa. The average salary range for a Heavy Truck Driver is between ZAR 240,350 and ZAR 397,043. On average, a High School Degree is the highest level of education for a Heavy Truck Driver. This compensation analysis is based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in South Africa.

ERI's compensation data are based on salary surveys conducted and researched by ERI. Cost of labor data in the Assessor Series are based on actual housing sales data from commercially available sources, plus rental rates, gasoline prices, consumables, medical care premium costs, property taxes, effective income tax rates, etc.

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Estimated salary in 2029:
ZAR 384,851
5 Year Change:
16 %

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About South Africa

South Africa Cost of Living Score:

Description: South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA or R.S.A.), is the southernmost country in Africa. It is bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres (1,739 mi) of coastline that stretches along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; and to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini. It also completely enclaves Lesotho. It is the southernmost country on the mainland of the Old World, and the second-most populous country located entirely south of the equator, after Tanzania. South Africa is a biodiversity hotspot, with unique...
Description:
  • Drives straight truck with capacity of more than three tons and usually with more than six wheels to transport materials to and from specified destinations, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and area roads.
  • Prepares receipts for load picked up.
  • Stops at required weigh and check stations.
  • Ensures accuracy of logs and other required documentation.
  • Receives payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
  • Requires a commercial driver's license.

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The average pay for a Heavy Truck Driver is ZAR 331,976 a year and ZAR 160 an hour in South Africa. The average salary range for a Heavy Truck Driver is between ZAR 240,350 and ZAR 397,043. On average, a High School Degree is the highest level of education for a Heavy Truck Driver. This compensation analysis is based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in South Africa.

ERI's compensation data are based on salary surveys conducted and researched by ERI. Cost of labor data in the Assessor Series are based on actual housing sales data from commercially available sources, plus rental rates, gasoline prices, consumables, medical care premium costs, property taxes, effective income tax rates, etc.

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South Africa Cost of Living Score:

Description: South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA or R.S.A.), is the southernmost country in Africa. It is bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres (1,739 mi) of coastline that stretches along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; and to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini. It also completely enclaves Lesotho. It is the southernmost country on the mainland of the Old World, and the second-most populous country located entirely south of the equator, after Tanzania. South Africa is a biodiversity hotspot, with unique...
Description:
  • Drives straight truck with capacity of more than three tons and usually with more than six wheels to transport materials to and from specified destinations, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and area roads.
  • Prepares receipts for load picked up.
  • Stops at required weigh and check stations.
  • Ensures accuracy of logs and other required documentation.
  • Receives payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
  • Requires a commercial driver's license.

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