Drivers (Courier) – Port Elizabeth
Company
DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING
Location
Gqeberha
Via
Freerecruit
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Job Description
Position Type:
Full-Time
Weekly Hours:
42
Time Conditions:
7 day Work Week (South Africa)
Purpose of Position:
To collect and deliver reports; specimens and parcels sufficiently and timeously to and from the wards, hospitals, Dr’ rooms, factories and relevant clients by means of a vehicle.
Requirements:
Grade 10, Valid South African Driver licence (Code B), Valid South African Drivers Licence (Code A)
Required Experience:
Driving Experience, Knowledge: Basic Vehicle Maintenance, Knowledge: National Traffic Rules and Regulations
Key Responsibilities:
Collect and deliver reports, specimens and parcels in order to ensure that clients and labs received them timeously, Maintain good client relations in order to promote the image of DHL at all times, Maintain safekeeping and maintenance of company vehicles and relevant equipment in order to remain contactable and deliver excellent service
Applicants must have a South African ID or a valid South African work permit. We do not accept any faxed or emailed CVs. If we have not contacted you within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Full-Time
Weekly Hours:
42
Time Conditions:
7 day Work Week (South Africa)
Purpose of Position:
To collect and deliver reports; specimens and parcels sufficiently and timeously to and from the wards, hospitals, Dr’ rooms, factories and relevant clients by means of a vehicle.
Requirements:
Grade 10, Valid South African Driver licence (Code B), Valid South African Drivers Licence (Code A)
Required Experience:
Driving Experience, Knowledge: Basic Vehicle Maintenance, Knowledge: National Traffic Rules and Regulations
Key Responsibilities:
Collect and deliver reports, specimens and parcels in order to ensure that clients and labs received them timeously, Maintain good client relations in order to promote the image of DHL at all times, Maintain safekeeping and maintenance of company vehicles and relevant equipment in order to remain contactable and deliver excellent service
Applicants must have a South African ID or a valid South African work permit. We do not accept any faxed or emailed CVs. If we have not contacted you within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for code 10 and 14 drivers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for drivers in South Africa is R27.58 per hour from 1 March 2026. Overtime after 45 hours per week must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate, equating to R41.37 per hour.
What Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) requirements apply to taxi and truck drivers in South Africa in 2026?
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 PrDP issued by the Department of Transport. The permit costs R260 and must be renewed every five years with a medical fitness certificate dated no older than 24 months.
How many hours per week can drivers legally work in South Africa and what leave is mandatory in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, drivers may not exceed 45 ordinary hours per week under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Employees receive 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service and 6 weeks of sick leave over a 36-month cycle.
Which documents are required to apply for a driver position through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, code-specific driving licence, PrDP, and recent tax clearance certificate when registering on the ESSA system. All documents must be uploaded as certified copies not older than three months.
