Driver (Code 8 + PDP) - Port Elizabeth
Company
Headhunters
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
19 days ago
Via
via Job Mail
Job Description
Requirements:
• Valid Code 8 driver’s licence
• PDP (Professional Driving Permit) current and valid
• Reliable, honest and punctual with strong work ethic
• Previous light- to medium-vehicle driving experience advantageous
• Knowledge of local routes and safe driving practices
• Willing and able to travel daily from PE to the Garden Route (long-distance driving)
• Physically able to assist with loading/unloading when required
• Valid South African ID and clean driving record
Responsibilities:
• Safely operate company vehicles for scheduled pickups and deliveries
• Ensure timely, damage-free delivery of goods and proper securing of loads
• Complete and maintain delivery paperwork, vehicle logs and PODs
• Conduct routine vehicle checks and report any defects or maintenance needs
• Provide courteous customer service at delivery/collection points
• Adhere to all road safety regulations and company policies
Working hours:
Monday - Friday
Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.
• Valid Code 8 driver’s licence
• PDP (Professional Driving Permit) current and valid
• Reliable, honest and punctual with strong work ethic
• Previous light- to medium-vehicle driving experience advantageous
• Knowledge of local routes and safe driving practices
• Willing and able to travel daily from PE to the Garden Route (long-distance driving)
• Physically able to assist with loading/unloading when required
• Valid South African ID and clean driving record
Responsibilities:
• Safely operate company vehicles for scheduled pickups and deliveries
• Ensure timely, damage-free delivery of goods and proper securing of loads
• Complete and maintain delivery paperwork, vehicle logs and PODs
• Conduct routine vehicle checks and report any defects or maintenance needs
• Provide courteous customer service at delivery/collection points
• Adhere to all road safety regulations and company policies
Working hours:
Monday - Friday
Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.
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.
