Motorbike & Delivery Rider Employment Contract

What a good one includes

• A clear breakdown of the payment structure, detailing hourly rates, per-drop bonuses, and how tips or fuel allowances are calculated and paid.
• Specific terms outlining who owns the motorbike and who is financially and operationally responsible for regular servicing, roadworthiness checks, and emergency repairs.
• Detailed clauses requiring comprehensive commercial courier insurance and public liability coverage, explicitly stating who pays the premiums.
• Mandated safety protocols, including the compulsory use of protective gear like helmets and high-visibility clothing, alongside compliance with local traffic laws.
• Provisions covering the care, return, and liability for company-provided assets such as GPS trackers, delivery bags, smart phones, and branding materials.
• Clear procedures for shift cancellation notices, delivery performance standards, and the termination process for safety violations or reckless driving.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Misclassifying delivery riders as independent contractors when their schedule, uniform, and equipment are fully controlled by the business, which triggers severe tax and labor penalties.
• Failing to explicitly state who is responsible for daily tyre, brake, and light checks, leaving the business liable for accidents caused by poorly maintained personal vehicles.
• Allowing riders to use standard social and domestic vehicle insurance instead of enforcing mandatory commercial delivery and courier insurance.
• Omitting rules on mobile phone usage and mounting setups, which increases the risk of distracted driving accidents and safety violations.

Frequently asked questions