DRIVERS AND TRUCK ASSISTANTS

DRIVERS AND TRUCK ASSISTANTS


Company
Kabstrading Co
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Careers-Page.com

Job Description
Job Description
Performs specific tasks/ activities at the worksite and on completion of completion of allocated maintenance assignments by:
Receiving instructions from the immediate superior/ Manager relating to details of (vehicles, documents and personnel)
Inspecting lubricant levels on vehicles and reporting deficiencies to the immediate superior
Loading and offloading documents, equipment observing safety procedures,
Transporting personnel material, equipment to various locations as required/ prescribed.
Ensure uninterrupted functionality and accomplishment of productivity targets
Proper completion of internal transactional documentation (e.g. Daily sheets, progress reports etc., as may be required)
Ensure that details of activities are correctly recorded for Management reporting
Ensure full compliance with the System and Procedures as applicable.
Safe and legal operation of a vehicle at all times
Safe and timeous transportation of personnel, visitors and any other given task
Ensure professional representation of the Corporation at all times
Ensure full compliance with all applicable laws,

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Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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