How to Become a Checkers Sixty60 Driver: Step-by-Step Application Guide (2026)
To become a Checkers Sixty60 driver in South Africa, you apply through Pingo, the logistics partner that handles Sixty60 deliveries, by downloading the Pingo Driver app, submitting your ID and licence, passing a background check, and choosing between renting a scooter or using your own vehicle. Most applicants go from sign-up to first delivery in 5 to 10 days.
Checkers Sixty60 drivers deliver groceries ordered through the Sixty60 app, usually on a scooter, within a promised 60-minute window. You don't apply to Checkers directly. You apply through Pingo, the logistics partner that recruits, screens and manages Sixty60 drivers on Checkers's behalf. This guide covers only the application and hiring process. If you want the full pay breakdown first, read our Checkers Sixty60 driver salary guide.
Who Can Apply? Basic Eligibility
You can apply to be a Checkers Sixty60 driver if you're at least 18 years old, hold a valid South African ID or work permit, have a driving licence matching your delivery vehicle, own an Android smartphone with data, and can pass a background check.
Pingo sets these requirements for anyone joining the Sixty60 delivery fleet:
- At least 18 years old, with a valid South African ID, ID document, or a valid South African work permit
- A valid driving licence in the correct code for your vehicle (Code A1 or higher for a scooter, Code B for a car)
- A functional Android mobile device with roaming data, since the Pingo Driver app is built around Android
- A roadworthy vehicle or motorcycle, whether your own or rented through Pingo
- Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
- Good spoken English, since you deal with customers face to face on every delivery
- A clear outcome on Pingo's background and licence verification check
There's no separate physical fitness test, but the job involves carrying grocery bags up stairs and driving in all weather, so it helps to be reasonably fit and comfortable riding a scooter in traffic.
Documents You Must Have Ready
Before you start your Sixty60 application, have your ID or work permit, driving licence, proof of address, a recent photo and your Grade 12 certificate ready as clear digital copies or photos.
Gather these before you open the Pingo Driver app, so you're not stuck halfway through registration:
- South African ID document or ID card, or a valid work permit if you're not a citizen
- Driving licence card, front and back, in the correct code for your vehicle
- Proof of residential address, no older than three months (a utility bill or bank statement works)
- A recent, clear passport-style photo of yourself
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
- If you're using your own scooter, motorcycle or car: registration papers (NATIS/eNaTIS printout), roadworthy certificate and proof of vehicle insurance
Step-by-Step Application Process
You apply for a Sixty60 driver role by downloading the Pingo Driver app, creating an account, uploading your documents, passing a background check, choosing a vehicle option, completing short training, then going online for your first delivery.
Download the Pingo Driver app
Search "Pingo Driver" in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and install it. Most of the onboarding happens inside this app, not on a website.
Create your driver account
Register with your name, cellphone number, email address, and South African ID or work permit number. Use details that exactly match your ID document to avoid a verification mismatch.
Upload your documents
Upload your ID or work permit, driving licence, proof of address, and photo from the list above. Double-check each image is sharp and fully visible before you submit.
Wait for background screening
Pingo runs a background check and verifies your licence. This step usually takes a few working days, and is the main variable in how fast your application moves.
Choose bike rental or your own vehicle
Decide whether to rent a scooter through Pingo's rental programme, which skips the roadworthy inspection wait, or use your own vehicle, which needs to pass a roadworthy check first. See the vehicle comparison below.
Complete onboarding and training
Work through short in-app training modules covering the delivery app, food handling and customer service standards. Then collect your uniform and branded delivery box from your assigned Pingo depot.
Go online and accept your first order
Once approved, switch your status to online during your chosen hours and accept your first Sixty60 delivery. Orders start coming through the app the same way from then on.
Scooter vs Car: Which Vehicle Works for Sixty60?
Most Checkers Sixty60 drivers use a scooter or motorcycle under 125cc, because it's cheaper to run, easier to park near apartment blocks, and moves through traffic faster than a car during the 60-minute delivery window.
Your licence code decides what you can legally ride or drive. A Code A1 licence covers a motorcycle up to 125cc, which is the most common Sixty60 setup. A Code A licence covers anything above that. A Code B licence is what you need if you plan to deliver by car instead.
| Factor | Scooter (Code A1) | Car (Code B) |
|---|---|---|
| Running cost | Lower fuel and maintenance cost | Higher fuel and maintenance cost |
| Traffic and parking | Filters through traffic, parks almost anywhere | Slower in congestion, harder to park at estates |
| Rental available through Pingo | Yes, around R1,800 a month | Not standard, bring your own vehicle |
| Weather exposure | Fully exposed to rain and heat | Protected from weather |
| Best suited to | Dense suburbs, apartment complexes, short trips | Wider delivery radius, bulkier orders |
If you don't have a vehicle yet, a scooter and a Code A1 licence is the fastest, cheapest way into the role. For everything the rental actually costs you month to month, see the full Sixty60 driver salary breakdown.
Common Reasons Applications Get Rejected or Delayed
Sixty60 driver applications most often get delayed because of blurry document photos, a licence code that doesn't match the vehicle, background check flags, or a vehicle that fails its roadworthy inspection.
- Incomplete or blurry documents. A photo with a corner cut off or glare across the page sends your file back for resubmission.
- Wrong licence code. Applying to ride a scooter with only a Code B (car) licence, or vice versa, is one of the most common hold-ups.
- Background check flags. Outstanding traffic fines, a suspended licence, or a relevant criminal record can delay or stop an application.
- Vehicle fails roadworthy inspection. If you're using your own scooter or car, unroadworthy tyres, lights or brakes will hold up approval until fixed.
- Details don't match your ID. A spelling mismatch between your app registration and your ID document triggers manual review.
- Slow response to verification calls or emails. Pingo may need to confirm details by phone. Missing that call restarts the wait.
Most of these are fixable within a day or two once you know what's wrong, which is why checking your documents carefully before you submit is worth the extra ten minutes.
How Long Until You Start Earning?
The full Sixty60 driver application, from downloading the Pingo app to your first paid delivery, typically takes 5 to 10 days.
That timeline covers document upload, background screening, and onboarding. You can shorten it by:
- Uploading all documents in one sitting instead of piecemeal over several days
- Choosing the Pingo bike rental option, which skips the roadworthy inspection wait for your own vehicle
- Answering verification calls or messages from Pingo the same day you get them
- Applying with an existing, valid licence and ID rather than one that's expired or being renewed
"Last updated" note: activation timelines and requirements can shift as Pingo adjusts its onboarding process, last checked 3 July 2026.
What Happens After You're Approved?
Once Pingo approves you, you collect your uniform and delivery box, finish a short in-app orientation, and then switch on and start accepting Sixty60 orders during the hours you choose.
Your first shift works like this: you go online in the Pingo app during a time slot with demand, orders come through with the store, delivery address and time window shown, and you navigate there using the in-app map. Payouts are handled weekly through the app, and support queries go through Pingo's in-app help channel rather than Checkers directly, since Pingo manages the driver relationship day to day.
Sixty60 vs Other Delivery Driver Jobs (Quick Comparison)
Sixty60 has one of the lowest barriers to entry among South African delivery platforms, since Pingo offers scooter rental and doesn't require you to already own a vehicle, unlike most courier and Uber Eats-style roles.
| Platform | Vehicle needed to apply | Rental option available | Typical activation time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkers Sixty60 (via Pingo) | Scooter, motorcycle or car | Yes, scooter rental | 5–10 days |
| Mr D Food | Scooter, motorcycle, car or bicycle | Limited, varies by city | Few days to 2 weeks |
| Uber Eats | Car, scooter or bicycle in most cities | No standard rental | 1–2 weeks |
| Takealot driver (permanent) | Company van provided | Not applicable | Formal recruitment process |
If Sixty60's vehicle or contractor setup doesn't suit you, our guide to becoming a courier driver covers alternative routes into delivery work, and courier companies looking for owner-drivers lists other operators currently hiring.
Frequently Asked Questions About Becoming a Checkers Sixty60 Driver in South Africa
No, you don't need to own a scooter. Pingo offers a bike rental programme, so you can start delivering without buying a vehicle first, though the rental cost comes out of your weekly pay.
No, you need a licence that matches your vehicle. A Code A1 licence covers a scooter up to 125cc, and you'll need Code B instead if you plan to deliver by car. Check the Department of Transport's driving licence codes if you're not sure which one you hold.
Pingo's scooter rental runs at around R1,800 a month, deducted from your weekly payout, and includes driver insurance. For how that affects your total take-home pay, see our Sixty60 salary guide.
Yes, applicants with a valid South African work permit can apply alongside South African ID holders. You'll still need a valid South African driving licence in the correct code for your vehicle.
You need your South African ID or work permit, a valid driving licence, proof of address under three months old, a recent passport photo, and your Grade 12 or equivalent NQF level 4 certificate.
Most applicants hear back within a few working days. The full process, from downloading the app to your first delivery, usually takes 5 to 10 days.
Yes, some Sixty60 delivery slots accept cars, but the role is built around scooters because they're cheaper to run and move faster in traffic. Vehicle needs can vary by area, so confirm with Pingo before you apply.
Pingo asks for a Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent NQF level 4 qualification, plus good spoken English for dealing with customers directly at their door.
Pingo will usually flag which requirement wasn't met, most often a document, licence mismatch or background check issue. Once you've fixed the problem, you can reapply.
You must be at least 18 to apply as a Sixty60 driver. There's no stated upper age limit, as long as you hold a valid licence and pass the screening.
No, a genuine Sixty60 application through Pingo doesn't charge an upfront application fee. Treat any request to pay before you've started working as a scam warning sign, per the National Credit Regulator's general guidance on protecting yourself from job and loan scams.
Search "Pingo Driver" in the Google Play Store on Android or the Apple App Store on iPhone, install it, then follow the in-app registration steps to begin your application.
Yes, many drivers start on Pingo's rental scooter and move to their own vehicle once it passes a roadworthy check, which removes the monthly rental cost from future pay.
Pingo's stated requirement is a functional Android device with roaming data, so an iPhone may not meet the current technical requirement. Confirm directly with Pingo before you apply if this affects you.