Duty Driver- Durban

Duty Driver- Durban


Company
Fidelity Services Group
Location
Durban
Via
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Job Description
FCS

Reporting to the Operations Manager

The above position is vacant at our Parow Branch. The overall purpose of this position is to transport nightshift employees to and from work.

Minimum Requirements:
• Clear criminal record
• PSIRA accredited with a minimum Grade C qualification (advantageous)
• Valid drivers license - code 8 (minimum) and a valid PDP
• At least 2 years driving experience
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work at night
• Be prepared to drive in high-risk areas

Job Specification (not totally inclusive):
• Full responsibility and accountability for transporting employees
• Parking of company vehicles
• Report all delays to the Operations Manager immediately
• Incident prevention and reporting
• Maintain radio contact with controllers
• Take preventive action towards any suspicious activity
• Conduct vehicle audit and complete checklist
• Drive vehicle responsibly and complete documentation of accidents/ incidents

Other Personality Attributes:
• Must be honest and reliable
• Must have good verbal and language abilities
• Must be assertive
• Must be self-motivated
• Problem-solving abilities

Core Competencies:
• Self-development
• Communication skills
• Customer focus
• Team Work

How to apply:

External Applicants: If you meet the above-mentioned requirements and would like to apply for the position please complete your application online at Applicants: If you meet the above-mentioned requirements and would like to apply for the position please complete your application online at or hand deliver your cv and complete an application form at the branch.

Closing date: close of business 25 December 2025 (no late applications will be accepted).

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made is purely on merit Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team. Whilst black female candidates will be given priority as per our transformation policy subject to the above criteria.

Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.

Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Required Experience:

IC

Key Skills
Inventory Control,Basic Math,Paratransit,Tanker Experience,Van Driver,Box Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Commercial Vehicle Experience,Delivery Driver Experience,Manual Transmission Experience,Driving,Heavy Lifting
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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