Driver

Intrepid Travel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free trip

Diverse departures

Meals & lodging

Training programs

Career opportunities

Travel discounts

Awards & recognition

Foundations support

Job summary

Intrepid Travel is seeking a driver for freelance contract work across Southern Africa and beyond. You will ensure safe transport for travellers, assist with entry and exit from vehicles, and act as a company ambassador. The role requires a Code 10 and PrDP, matric with English and maths, defensive driving skills, and the ability to lift up to 45 kg.

Expect travel-heavy schedules and peak-season work. As part of a diverse team, you’ll promote responsible travel, readiness for long tours, and a

Qualifications

• Driver’s license Code 10 and PrDP required.
• Matric with English and Mathematics.
• Defensive driving skills essential.
• Dependability and self-motivation.
• Ability to lift up to 45 kg.
• Clear English communication.
• Leadership when on-call duty.
• High personal integrity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe transportation of travellers.
• Assist passengers entering and exiting vehicles.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety.
• Adhere to routes and schedules; comply with traffic laws.
• Act as company ambassador with customers.
• Travel across Southern Africa and beyond.

Skills

Code 10 & PrDP

Defensive driving

English proficiency

Leadership

Dependability

Physical fitness

Education

Matric

English & Maths

Job description

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences in over 100 countries.

Your main responsibility will be to ensure the safe transportation of our travellers to and from various destinations, assisting them on entry and exit from vehicles as needed and to act as a company ambassador when dealing with customers.

You will ensure the vehicles are kept free from damage, clean, and ensure the vehicle is in proper safe condition to drive, following specified routes, working to time schedules and always complying with traffic regulations to ensure our customers have a smooth and safe ride will be your top priorities.

With Intrepid you will be ensuring that the work you do has meaning, as Intrepid focuses on giving back and investing in your local community, which is why use local cooks, leaders, local operators and ensure we give back into the destination at every opportunity.

To be successful as a Driver with Intrepid you will require:

• Driver’s License Code 10, PrDP and good driving record.
• Matric (Or equivalent) with English and Mathematics as subjects.
• Defensive driving skills.
• Demonstrate dependability and self-motivation.
• Be able to frequently lift up to 45 kg.
• Read, write, understand, and communicate clearly in English.
• Exhibit leadership skills (primarily when assigned as Team Leader for on-call duties).
• Maintain a high level of personal integrity and reliability.
• Be passionate about travel and share your love of it with our customers.

What you need to know:

• We are recruiting for Crew this October, with training commencing in early 2027
• This is a freelance contract position, which will give you flexibility in when and how you work however, great availability across peak seasons June - October is a must-have .
• With extended hours, lots of walking and activities, and engaging with travellers, so, it’s important that you are prepared both mentally and physically for the challenge!
• You’ll need the ability to travel and spend time away from home, as our leaders often travel for extensive periods at a time and some tours can span up to four weeks.
• You will be driving tours through Southern Africa & beyond, you can check out some example itineraries here: www.intrepidtravel.com

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit:

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.

For our Tour Leaders, the work perks may vary from country to country, but some of the work perks we offer include:

• A free Intrepid Trip! Enjoy the chance to experience Intrepid as a customer once you've led enough trips to qualify.
• Diverse departures through the year! Including hiking or biking adventures, festival, family, premium and foodie trips.
• Travel to where the trip starts (and home again) is included and covered by us
• Some meals and all accommodation included - Often where the guests are staying, such as hotels, camping, homestays etc
• Access to learning and development programs, e-learning and comprehensive tour leader training before you even start
• Internal career opportunities to further your career in travel and beyond
• Amazing travel discounts for you to experience Intrepid as a passenger
• Recognition and celebration with awards nights and the chance for our top performers to travel to our yearly Global Summit!
• Opportunity to support not-for-profit Intrepid Foundations projects

We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful.

These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.