Driver Instructor Learnership – Shoprite Group Centurion 2026: Train the Next Generation of Drivers

Are you an experienced Code 14 driver with a passion for teaching and mentoring others? The Driver Instructor Learnership at Shoprite Group in Centurion offers a hands-on opportunity to train, coach, and assess drivers across the company’s supply chain while contributing to safe and efficient fleet operations.

This role is ideal for professionals who want to combine their driving expertise with practical teaching and fleet management skills.

About Shoprite Group

Shoprite Group is South Africa’s largest retail supermarket group, operating across the continent with a strong focus on supply chain excellence.

The Centurion office serves as a hub for transport and logistics operations, providing a dynamic environment where driver training and fleet safety are priorities.

What the Driver Instructor Learnership Involves

The role focuses on hands-on training, assessment, and coaching for Code 14 drivers:

1. Driver Training & Coaching

  • Deliver practical on-road and classroom training
  • Mentor and coach drivers, including learnership participants
  • Promote safe, compliant, and fuel-efficient driving

2. Driver Assessment & Recruitment Support

  • Conduct Code 14 driver assessments for onboarding
  • Provide clear feedback and reporting to support hiring decisions
  • Monitor driving behaviour and implement corrective interventions

3. Fleet & Operational Support

  • Address fuel consumption concerns linked to driver techniques
  • Help develop consistent driving standards and operational discipline
  • Contribute to a safer and more efficient transport operation

This combination of training, assessment, and fleet oversight ensures professional development for both drivers and the instructor.

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Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12
  • Code 14 licence with valid PDP
  • Assessor/Facilitator certificate (preferred)
  • Proven experience as a Code 14 Driver Trainer
  • Excellent driving record

Key Skills & Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

  • Defensive driving expertise
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Problem-solving and reporting skills
  • Planning and organisational ability
  • Teamwork and ability to work under pressure
  • Coaching, mentoring, and emotional intelligence

These skills ensure safety, efficiency, and high standards across the transport operation.

How to Apply

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Why This Learnership Stands Out

This is not a typical driving role — it’s a training and leadership position within a major retail supply chain. Benefits include:

  • Hands-on driver training experience
  • Exposure to fleet management best practices
  • Opportunities to influence driver performance and safety standards
  • Career growth within Shoprite Group logistics and transport

Final Thoughts

If you’re a skilled Code 14 driver who enjoys mentoring, coaching, and shaping driver behaviour, the Driver Instructor Learnership at Shoprite Group in Centurion offers a rewarding career path.

You’ll gain practical teaching experience, contribute to safer fleet operations, and play a key role in developing the next generation of professional drivers.

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