Vehicle Driver (Newton Park)
Company
ExecutivePlacements.com
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
1 day ago
Via
LinkedIn
Job Description
Recruiter:
Swift Human Resources
Job Ref:
CEN001229/SM
Date posted:
Friday, March 20, 2026
Location:
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Salary:
7000 Monthly
SUMMARY:
Purpose of the Job:
Responsible for the delivery of stock using a vehicle from the fleet. NOT limited to this. The position is available in Newton Park.
Minimum Requirements:
• Proven working experience as a delivery driver.
• Must have a valid SA driver's license.
• Must have a valid SA motorcycle license.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good driving record with no traffic violations.
• Valid South African ID.
Responsibilities:
• Will entail the following essential functions and duties:
• Deliver a wide variety of items to different addresses, through different routes and time schedules.
• Follow routes and time schedule.
• Load, unload, prepare, inspect, and operate a delivery vehicle / motorbike.
• Ask for feedback on provided services and resolve clients' complaints.
• Comply with the company vehicle policy.
• Collect payments.
• Complete logs and reports.
• Follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
POSITION INFO:
Position available for a vehicle driver in Newton Park. Must have PDP.
Kindly apply if you meet the relevant requirements. Should you not hear anything in two weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.
Swift Human Resources
Job Ref:
CEN001229/SM
Date posted:
Friday, March 20, 2026
Location:
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Salary:
7000 Monthly
SUMMARY:
Purpose of the Job:
Responsible for the delivery of stock using a vehicle from the fleet. NOT limited to this. The position is available in Newton Park.
Minimum Requirements:
• Proven working experience as a delivery driver.
• Must have a valid SA driver's license.
• Must have a valid SA motorcycle license.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good driving record with no traffic violations.
• Valid South African ID.
Responsibilities:
• Will entail the following essential functions and duties:
• Deliver a wide variety of items to different addresses, through different routes and time schedules.
• Follow routes and time schedule.
• Load, unload, prepare, inspect, and operate a delivery vehicle / motorbike.
• Ask for feedback on provided services and resolve clients' complaints.
• Comply with the company vehicle policy.
• Collect payments.
• Complete logs and reports.
• Follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
POSITION INFO:
Position available for a vehicle driver in Newton Park. Must have PDP.
Kindly apply if you meet the relevant requirements. Should you not hear anything in two weeks consider your application as 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.
