DRIVERS AND VAN ASSISTANTS

DRIVERS AND VAN ASSISTANTS


Company
KETHELO GROUP
Location
Polokwane
Salary
R 13,2K a year
Posted
10 days ago
Via
Adzuna

Job Description
Responsibilities:
• Safely operate company vehicles to transport goods or passengers to various destinations
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure the vehicle is in good working condition
• Follow all traffic laws and regulations while driving
• Load and unload items from the vehicle as needed
• Maintain clean and organized vehicle interior and exterior
• Communicate with dispatch or supervisors to receive instructions and updates
• Keep accurate records of vehicle mileage, maintenance, and deliveries

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Q Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
Q How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
Q What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
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