Motorcycle Riding Instructor

About the Role

NOTE: If you are not yet certified, but are willing to go through the process to become certified, Canopy Collective will cover the full costs of your certification process, terms- and conditions-dependent.

As a Motorcycle Riding Instructor, you will be responsible for training learners through both classroom-based and practical motorcycle instruction.

You will coach individuals with varying levels of riding experience and help prepare them for:

• Motorcycle learner's licence examinations
• Practical K53 Code A/A1 motorcycle licence tests
• Safe on-road riding
• Defensive riding techniques
• Professional delivery rider standards
• Workplace readiness

This role combines technical riding knowledge with coaching, mentorship and a genuine passion for developing people.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver practical motorcycle riding lessons (largely yard-based)
• Teach K53 motorcycle theory
• Prepare learners for learner's licence and licence testing
• Conduct practical rider assessments
• Demonstrate safe riding techniques
• Assist with rider safety workshops
• Complete learner assessments and training documentation
• Support learners throughout their training journey
• Promote a positive safety culture
• Ensure motorcycles and training equipment are maintained and roadworthy

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should:

• Have a valid South African Motorcycle Licence - Code A (also having a Code B license is beneficial)
• Have been actively riding a motorcycle for at least three (3) years
• Have a clear criminal record
• Have excellent riding ability and road awareness
• Have strong communication skills
• Have a passion for teaching and mentoring others
• Be able to maintain professional presentation and conduct
• Have a good command of English (additional South African languages will be advantageous)
• Have the ability to remain calm and patient under pressure

Advantageous

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Certified motorcycle riding instructor qualification
• Previous motorcycle training experience
• K53 coaching experience
• Delivery rider experience
• Road safety training experience
• First aid certification
• Experience working with youth development programmes

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for people who:

• Lead by example
• Believe in road safety
• Enjoy helping others succeed
• Are patient and encouraging
• Have high ethical standards
• Want to make a real social impact
• Are willing to study and do the work to become certified (if not already)

What We Offer

• Opportunity to help shape South Africa's future workforce
• Work within an innovative green mobility ecosystem
• Ongoing training and development
• Purpose-driven work with measurable community impact
• Opportunity to grow within the Revo5 ecosystem
• Paid motorcycle instructor certification and support

About Canopy Collective

Canopy Collective is the skills development and work readiness division of the Revo5 Group.

Through accredited and unaccredited training, learnerships, micro-enterprise development and practical work-readiness programmes, we help young South Africans develop the skills and confidence needed to participate in the growing green and e-commerce sectors.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about motorcycles, road safety and empowering people through education, we'd love to hear from you.

Please email the below to info@revo5.io:

• Your CV
• A short motivational letter
• Copies of your licence/s
• Copies of your relevant certifications (if applicable)

Join us in building safer riders, stronger communities and a greener, more inclusive future.

Pay: From R12 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Motorbike Driving: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Code A Motorbike Licence? (Required)
• Code B Drivers Licence? (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person