Driver / Porter
Company
Mediclinic International
Location
Pretoria
Salary
R 50K–R 200K a year
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Mediclinic Legae| Mabopane, Pretoria | South Africa
Closing date: 05/03/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Fiona Katlego Mazibuko
Reference number: 67973
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To provide transportation and delivery services to the Hospitals and other Mediclinic Offices to support logistics
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
• Provide Hospital transportation services
• Provide Messenger Service to hospitals
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Grade 12
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Essential: 5 years experience driving Code 08
Desired: Driving passengers using PDP licence
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Road Safety regulations
• Licence with PDP
• Route geographical awareness and reading maps / GPS
• Stock control
• Infection control principles, medico-legal requirements, health and safety regulations, and fire safety procedures
• Cold chain maintenance
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
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Closing date: 05/03/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Fiona Katlego Mazibuko
Reference number: 67973
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To provide transportation and delivery services to the Hospitals and other Mediclinic Offices to support logistics
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
• Provide Hospital transportation services
• Provide Messenger Service to hospitals
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Grade 12
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Essential: 5 years experience driving Code 08
Desired: Driving passengers using PDP licence
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Road Safety regulations
• Licence with PDP
• Route geographical awareness and reading maps / GPS
• Stock control
• Infection control principles, medico-legal requirements, health and safety regulations, and fire safety procedures
• Cold chain maintenance
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
Join our Talent Community
Become a part of our Talent Community and we will get in touch with you as soon as there is a relevant opening that fits your skills, interests and experience.
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.
