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Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions company profile
Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions is one of South Africa's largest dedicated transport and logistics companies, operating bulk, tanker, and general freight transport alongside warehousing and supply chain management for mining, fuel, agriculture, FMCG, and retail sectors. The company is a subsidiary of the Grindrod group, listed on the JSE, giving it a stable financial foundation and access to group-wide infrastructure across ports, rail, and road logistics.
12,000+Team
1962Founded
Johannesburg (Head Office)South Africa
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What Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions company profile research shows
Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions is one of South Africa's largest dedicated transport and logistics companies, operating bulk, tanker, and general freight transport alongside warehousing and supply chain management for mining, fuel, agriculture, FMCG, and retail sectors. The company is a subsidiary of the Grindrod group, listed on the JSE, giving it a stable financial foundation and access to group-wide infrastructure across ports, rail, and road logistics.
Locations
Johannesburg (Head Office), Durban, Cape Town
Company size
12,000+
Role areas
Code 14 Driver, Tanker Driver, Bulk Transport Driver
Typical pay
R8,000–R45,000/month
Head office
Cape Town
Founded
1962
What the work may be like
Unitrans mining transport roles are high-intensity, high-income operations — Code 14 drivers on dedicated mining contracts earn well above general transport rates and often receive site accommodation. The bulk and tanker divisions operate under strict safety and compliance protocols for hazardous materials.
FMCG and retail distribution roles run to standard distribution centre patterns. The Grindrod group backing provides more financial stability than many independent logistics operators.
Hiring and application process
Candidates apply online via the company careers portal or job boards. Applications are reviewed for relevant experience in logistics or transport.
Shortlisted applicants complete interviews and may undergo assessments or reference checks. Offers are extended following successful background verification.
Who may be a good fit
- Code 14 PrDP drivers — especially those with DG certification or mining transport experience — seeking one of SA's largest logistics employers with above-average driver rates on mining contracts
- Mining transport contracts pay above general freight rates — some of SA's best Code 14 driver incomes
- Grindrod group financial stability provides more security than independent operators
- 12,000+ employees across all provinces creates genuine national career mobility
What candidates should verify
- • Mining transport roles require extended site-based stays away from home — not suitable for candidates needing local work
- • Bulk and tanker operations have strict compliance requirements (DG certification, medical fitness) that add to entry requirements
- • Confirm salary, shift, location and campaign details in the live vacancy.
- • Use the employer's official application channel and never pay to apply.
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Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions is one of South Africa's largest dedicated transport and logistics companies, operating bulk, tanker, and general freight transport alongside warehousing and supply chain management for mining, fuel, agriculture, FMCG, and retail sectors. The company is a subsidiary of the Grindrod group, listed on the JSE, giving it a stable financial foundation and access to group-wide infrastructure across ports, rail, and road logistics.
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