Courier (Code 08 drivers, with PDP)
Company
The Workforce Group Ltd
Location
Cape Town
Via
Adzuna
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Job Description
Our Client in the Northern Suburbs area, is seeking the skills of Courier (Code 08 drivers + Valid Pdp), to start, immediately.
Please do note, that these positions are only open to South African Citizens. Please do forward your Cv, with all relevant documentation, please.
Skills & Experience
• All drivers must be over the age of 35.
• Valid Code 8 (B /EB) drivers license with a valid PDP
• All drivers must have Code 8 license and not Code 10 willing to
• drive a Code 8 vehicle.
• Need to have some sort of logistics or courier experience.
• Trip sheet control
• Needs to be well-groomed.
• Well presented
• Needs to speak English well.
• Need to have some sort of logistics or courier experience.
• Contactable references and a clear track record are essential requirements
Please do note, that these positions are only open to South African Citizens. Please do forward your Cv, with all relevant documentation, please.
Skills & Experience
• All drivers must be over the age of 35.
• Valid Code 8 (B /EB) drivers license with a valid PDP
• All drivers must have Code 8 license and not Code 10 willing to
• drive a Code 8 vehicle.
• Need to have some sort of logistics or courier experience.
• Trip sheet control
• Needs to be well-groomed.
• Well presented
• Needs to speak English well.
• Need to have some sort of logistics or courier experience.
• Contactable references and a clear track record are essential requirements
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.
