HOW TO SIGN UP AND BECOME A SOUTH AFRICAN TAKEALOT DELIVERY DRIVER
ABOUT COMPANY
Do you have your own car and a driving licence looking to make money by delivering parcels? Sign up for Takealot delivery and become their driver and make money. Takealot is one of the most popular online shopping platform in South Africa. You can shop from their wide range of available items and it will be delivered by your doorstep. A Takealot delivery job is suitable for people who are not into a standard 9 to 5 job set up of sitting in one place. This job delivery job does not require a lot of skills or qualifications except the documentation mentioned below. If you love working in a fast paced environment and being kept on your toes then this is your job.
LOCATIONS WHERE TAKEALOT HIRES DRIVERS FROM
- Cape town
- Johannesburg
- Port Elizabeth
- Polokwane
- Kimberly
- KwaZulu Natal
- Springbok
- Durban
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SIGN UP AS A DRIVER AT TAKEALOT
- A South African Resident
- Provide a certified copy of South African ID or Work Permit for foreign nationals
- Valid South African Driver’s License
- National / International Driver’s License (Foreign Nationals)
- Proof of Address
- Proof of Bank details
- Vehicle Registration form (RC1)
- Valid Roadworthy Certificate
- Have a clear criminal record
BENEFITS OF DRIVING FOR TAKEALOT IN SOUTH AFRICA
- They operate from Monday to Sunday giving you frequent hours for more income
- Have an incentive of premium rates offered from Friday to Sunday
- Personal injury insurance offered to ensure that their Driver Partners are protected and covered against any personal injuries whilst on duty
- Free training provided to successful applicants
- Access to free road emergency response service
- Have the option of picking a fulltime job or part time.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED TO DRIVE FOR TAKEALOT
- Own smartphone required with android V7 or higher for the delivery app & GPS.
- Your own motor bike or light vehicle
PAYMENT SCHEDULE FOR TAKEALOT DRIVERS
- Takealot drivers are paid on an hourly basis instead of a per-delivery basis. On average, an entry-level Takealot driver earns around ZAR 66.15 per hour. An experienced driver can make up to ZAR 73.85 per hour.
- Takealot drivers are paid monthly instead of being paid per delivery
- According to the reviews drivers may earn an estimated bonus of R6,000 annually, resulting from commission, stock, a bonus, profit sharing or tips.
WORKING HOURS FOR PARCEL DELIVERY
- They operate everyday of the week
- Some drivers talk of enduring the gruelling hours of 6 am to 10 pm each day,
- There is an option for working as a part time driver instead of full time.
CONS OF WORKING FOR TAKEALOT AS A DELIVERY DRIVER
- You cannot become a Takealot driver if you do not have your own vehicle or motorcycle
- Even though one of their requirements is having your own car, you also cover your own fuel expenses and the company does not refund or fuel for their employees.
- Lacks support from manager
- Long hours
APPLICATION PROCESS
- To apply for the job, you can visit their website’s driver onboarding page and apply
- Firstly, you have to verify your South African number by providing it and you will be sent a One time pin(OTP)
- Fill up your personal information in the form provided
- Be ready to upload the relevant documentation needed including your vehicle registration document and driver’s licence.
- Upon accepting your application, you will be given steps to follow to become a delivery driver for Takealot in South Africa
- The process is quick, simple, and has minimal requirements.
- Drivers need to download the Takealot driver app with their unique Takealot driver login details for security reasons.
Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.