Choose availability
Decide when to make yourself available for suitable trip offers.
For drivers
Put your driving experience to work.
DOD is preparing flexible opportunities for eligible independent drivers to operate customer-provided vehicles matched to their verified licence qualifications.
Matched eligibility
Receive requests aligned with verified licence classes and endorsements.
See trip details
Review the journey and disclosed arrangements before accepting an offer.
Track earnings
View completed trips, platform deductions and eligible payouts.
Driver applicationDriver on Demand NZ
A clear path from application to approved trips
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee approval or access to trip requests.
Basic eligibility
Applicants must satisfy DOD's age, experience and smartphone requirements.
- Current New Zealand driver licence
- Legal right to work as an independent contractor
- Relevant licence class or endorsement for selected work
Verification
DOD plans identity, licence, work-eligibility and criminal-history checks before activation.
- Upload requested documents
- Provide required consent
- Keep verified information current
Independent work
Approved drivers provide services as independent contractors under the Driver Agreement.
- Choose whether to accept offered trips
- Remain responsible for tax, expenses and legal obligations
- Follow safety, conduct and incident standards
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Practical guidance for DOD drivers
Documents to prepare for driver verification
Applicants should be ready to provide current identity, licence and work-eligibility evidence, along with any requested endorsements or supporting records. Clear, current documents reduce delays. DOD will disclose the required checks and consent steps within the application process.
The pre-trip check in a customer-provided vehicle
Before starting, confirm the vehicle matches the booking, note visible condition, locate key controls and check for issues that could affect legal or safe operation. If the vehicle appears unsuitable, pause the trip and follow DOD's support and incident process.
Driver readiness