PETRATRANS appears to be experiencing severe operational and employee relations challenges based on driver feedback. Payment reliability is a critical concern, with documented cases of drivers awaiting 2+ months of unpaid wages even months after departure from the company. Multiple drivers report reduced compensation and inadequate benefits, including lack of home commute reimbursement and meal allowances during extended routes. Working conditions are poor, with forced overnight parking on roadsides without access to basic facilities when paid parking is restricted in destinations like England. Vacation scheduling is inflexible—drivers report 12 weeks of work qualifying for only 1 week of leave, with management unable or unwilling to accommodate requests. Fleet quality is problematic, with 56 vehicles described as old and worn, primarily MAN trucks requiring frequent repairs. Management communication appears confrontational rather than collaborative, with allegations of financial impropriety by the director and dispatcher contributing to high staff turnover with 6-7 resignations reported in a single month.
Pros
Dispatcher provides knowledgeable advice and guidance to drivers
Transparent explanation of payment structure tied to vehicle leasing and usage
Operates established cross-border trucking routes
Cons
Severe payment delays—drivers owed 2+ months in back wages
Wages reduced with elimination of travel benefits and allowances
Poor working conditions—overnight roadside parking without sanitation facilities
Czech Republic