Independent Contractor Driver
Company
Drive Consortium (Pty) Ltd t/a Takealot.com
Location
Pretoria
Via
Trabajo.org
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Job Description
Extremely good earning potential of R3000 to R10000 per week in a great working environment full of market related benefits. Join the Takealot/Mr D Food delivery in Hatfield and Menlyn.
We are looking for self motivated drivers who are experienced, reliable, hard-working and friendly with their own reliable transport. Our drivers have the freedom to work more when they want to earn more. Choose your own hours and build your own schedule, working part time or full time in the mornings, afternoons or evenings throughout the week.
• *Requirements**:
- Your Own Vehicle (Can be a Car, Motorbike/Scooter, Light vehicle or Van)
- An android smartphone (Android 6+)
- Vehicle Licence Registration or License Disk Renewal Document
- Certificate of Roadworthiness
- Vehicle Licence Disk
- Valid Driving License
- Proof of Banking Details
- Proof of Address
- South African ID
• *If Non
- South African, please see required including the above**:
- National/International driver’s license
- Valid passport
- Work permit/Asylum papers
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
• *Salary**: R3 000,00 - R10 000,00 per week
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
License/Certification:
- your own reliable transport (required)
We are looking for self motivated drivers who are experienced, reliable, hard-working and friendly with their own reliable transport. Our drivers have the freedom to work more when they want to earn more. Choose your own hours and build your own schedule, working part time or full time in the mornings, afternoons or evenings throughout the week.
• *Requirements**:
- Your Own Vehicle (Can be a Car, Motorbike/Scooter, Light vehicle or Van)
- An android smartphone (Android 6+)
- Vehicle Licence Registration or License Disk Renewal Document
- Certificate of Roadworthiness
- Vehicle Licence Disk
- Valid Driving License
- Proof of Banking Details
- Proof of Address
- South African ID
• *If Non
- South African, please see required including the above**:
- National/International driver’s license
- Valid passport
- Work permit/Asylum papers
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
• *Salary**: R3 000,00 - R10 000,00 per week
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
License/Certification:
- your own reliable transport (required)
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the national minimum wage for code 10 and 14 truck drivers in South Africa from 1 March 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for drivers is R32.50 per hour from 1 March 2026. This equates to R6 500 per month for a 200-hour month with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week.
Do foreign nationals need a work visa to apply for driver jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Home Affairs, foreign nationals require a valid General Work Visa or Critical Skills Work Visa before starting any driver employment in 2026. The visa must be endorsed for the specific occupation and employer on the quota list.
What PrDP and experience are required for bus and truck driver vacancies in South Africa?
As per the Department of Transport, applicants need a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) category P or D plus at least 24 months driving experience on the relevant vehicle code. A Grade 10 certificate and clean criminal record are also mandatory.
Which documents must be submitted when applying for a driver post through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, valid driver’s licence, PrDP, recent tax clearance, and proof of residence dated within three months. All documents must be uploaded via the ESSA online portal before 31 December 2026.
