From Delivery To Customer Service, Driving Skills Take Center Stage

Recent data from Indeed, a leading global hiring and matching platform, revealed that having a driving skill is highly desirable for job seekers. Despite a 4 per cent decrease in job openings that require driving skills from March 2023 to March 2024, there has been a notable 10 per cent increase in job seeker interest, as shown by the rise in clicks per million on related job listings. 

This apparent contradiction between fewer job opportunities and increased job seeker interest points to a more competitive environment for these roles. The demand for driving skills remains high due to their critical role in operations across multiple sectors, including retail, logistics, and customer service. The versatility offered by driving roles, often allowing for flexible schedules and independent work, may attract more job seekers, even as the number of openings shrinks.

According to Indeed's year-end Blue-collar Hiring Report, this holds true for sectors including manufacturing, e-commerce, construction, customer service, tourism, and hospitality, among others. Moreover, 53 per cent of employers have also emphasized the importance of driving proficiency as a desired skill.

Based on the findings, Sashi Kumar, Head of Sales, Indeed India, commented, "The data highlights a paradox where fewer job opportunities coexist with a rising number of job seekers eager to fill these roles," said Sashi. "This could indicate a tougher competition among candidates, but also underscores the importance of possessing robust driving skills.”

As companies increasingly seek multi-faceted employees, those who bring additional skills such as customer interaction and logistical coordination to their driving ability are more likely to stand out. With the job market’s continuing evolution, driving skills not only enhance employability but also offer a pathway to diverse opportunities within and beyond traditional driving roles. 

Salaries for driving jobs currently range from Rs 15,104 to Rs 25,709 per month, reflecting the diverse scope and responsibility of these roles within different industries. As the employment landscape continues to shift, driving skills remain a vital asset, enabling job seekers to navigate a competitive job market effectively and access a wide range of job opportunities.