Apply to be a Tucan Driver

Drivers in Africa and South America

We are looking for skilled, enthusiastic, confident people to join our team of drivers in Africa and South America. If you fulfill the requirements below, please send your current CV to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the application form.

Tour Driver Application Form - Africa & South America (pdf)
Tucan Travel Job Description - Worldwide (pdf)

This is a great opportunity to relocate to a fascinating part of the world, to gain some fantastic travel experience and have a great adventure. 

You would be responsible general truck maintenance and also assisting the tour leader run a professional tour by working together as a team. You will have to display excellent communication and leadership skills. The contract is a minimum 18 month commitment and you would be based in South America or Africa for the duration of your contract. Please do not apply if you are looking for a short term working holiday.

Requirements:

• A current PCV coach licence or Australian HR Licence or HGV (over 18 ton), along with an international driving permit (IDP)
• A valid passport (over 6 months) with at least 20 free pages
• Experience in driving heavy vehicles/trucks
• At least two recent references from previous places of employment.
• You must be a minimum age of 25 due to our Liability Insurance Policy

Preference will be given to:

• Applicants with good knowledge of mechanics and spare parts
• Applicants who are keen travellers, motivated and enthusiastic
• Applicants who have previously travelled to any of the destinations we operate tours in and/or have participated in group travel
• Applicants with prior travel industry experience

Please note, very important information

The successful applicant will be based permanently in the area of their contract and be required to complete a minimum of a 3-week unpaid training programme before full employment is offered.

Due to the high volume of applicants, those not selected to attend an interview will not be contacted. During the interview the positions will be described in detail including contract fee and conditions. These matters will not be discussed with persons not invited for an interview.

Thank you for your interest in Tucan Travel