DRIVERS CODE 8 AND 10
Company
Kabstrading Co
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Job Objectives:
Deliver prescription and OTC medications to residential homes, clinics, retirement homes, and hospitals
Ensure urgent deliveries are prioritised
Handle temperature sensitive and scheduled medication securely
Ensure refrigerated medication/products have ice packs
Loading vehicle carefully to ensure the safe delivery of parcels
Obtain signatures and maintain proof-of-delivery
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Communicate professionally with patients and healthcare staff
Relay customer concerns or queries to the Dispensary Manager
Return undelivered or rejected items to the dispensary with the relevant documentation
Ensure that the vehicle is cleaned regularly
Ensure check sheet for deliveries are completed accurately
Ensure the accurate number of parcels are confirmed beforehand
Ensure that all duties allocated are carried out and completed
Basic knowledge of pharmacy procedures (advantages)
Deliver prescription and OTC medications to residential homes, clinics, retirement homes, and hospitals
Ensure urgent deliveries are prioritised
Handle temperature sensitive and scheduled medication securely
Ensure refrigerated medication/products have ice packs
Loading vehicle carefully to ensure the safe delivery of parcels
Obtain signatures and maintain proof-of-delivery
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Communicate professionally with patients and healthcare staff
Relay customer concerns or queries to the Dispensary Manager
Return undelivered or rejected items to the dispensary with the relevant documentation
Ensure that the vehicle is cleaned regularly
Ensure check sheet for deliveries are completed accurately
Ensure the accurate number of parcels are confirmed beforehand
Ensure that all duties allocated are carried out and completed
Basic knowledge of pharmacy procedures (advantages)
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Driver Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for drivers in South Africa is R32.45 per hour from 1 March 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Drivers working more than 45 hours per week must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the hourly rate. This applies to all Code 08, 10 and 14 licence holders in the road freight and passenger sectors.
Do I need a Professional Driving Permit to apply for Driver Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, all drivers of vehicles over 3 500 kg or carrying passengers for reward must hold a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) renewed every five years. Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, medical certificate and police clearance at any Driving Licence Testing Centre. Without a PrDP, employment contracts are invalid under the National Road Traffic Act.
What documents are required to apply for Driver Jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified copy of ID, valid driving licence with PrDP, proof of residence, and a completed Z83 form or online profile on the ESSA system. Applications are processed within 14 working days at labour centres nationwide. No application fee is charged for registration on the public employment database.
What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for drivers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, drivers may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 36 consecutive hours of rest. Annual leave is 15 working days after the first year of employment, plus 10 public holidays and sick leave of 30 days over a three-year cycle. Night shift drivers receive an additional R4.50 per hour allowance from March 2026.
