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Careers

At TDS we are always looking for new drivers to join our dedicated team of drivers. 

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We have the following requirements for recruits:

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  • The driver must have a valid SA code 14 driver's licence.

  • We require our drivers to be able to a superlink, that is, a combination of a 6m and 12m trailer respectively.

  • Local drivers preferably.

  • Minimum 3 years driving experience.

Driver Recruitment Procedure

TDS uses 3 driver job advertising processes and these are:

  • Word of mouth to head-hunted incumbents.

  • Media advertisement.

  • Reference by other companies.


All incumbents will thereafter follow the process as explained below

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  1. RECEIVE DRIVER APPLICATION: drivers submit their CV with the cover letter explaining the job they are applying for.

  2. CAPTURE INTO DATABASE: the administration clerk will register all applicants in the application file. If the driver is already on database, the new information on his/her profile will be updated

  3. BLACKLIST UPDATE: The administration clerk will check all applicants against the “Black-book “ (drivers blacklisted for previous unacceptable behaviour). All drivers appearing in the Black-book are eliminated at this stage.

  4. DRIVER DUE DILLIGENCE CHECK: All applicants are checked for criminal records, validity of their driver’s licenses and PRDP.

  5. PRACTICAL TEST: The applicants are then Invited for driving sample testing

  6. DRIVER ASSESSMENT: Each applicant is assessed on driving merits and previous employment records

  7. SPECIFIC FIT: Drivers are then assessed according to their skills in relevance with customer requirements before they are hired. The appointment letter is sent to the driver for his/her sanction.

  8. The drivers are finally hired and be inducted into understanding their contracts, company disciplinary code and grievance procedure as well as the company fringe benefits.

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By: Traffic Direct Services Management

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