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The Driver Employment Contract serves as a crucial legal document for companies operating in Saudi Arabia that require professional drivers for their operations. This contract type is specifically designed to comply with Saudi Labor Law, traffic regulations, and transportation-specific requirements while establishing clear terms of employment for drivers. It is essential for businesses engaging drivers for various purposes, including goods transportation, passenger services, or company-specific transportation needs. The document incorporates mandatory employment terms, specific driving responsibilities, safety protocols, and vehicle maintenance obligations. It should be used when hiring both Saudi nationals and expatriate drivers, taking into account Saudization requirements and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory frameworks including the Wage Protection System and social insurance requirements.

1. Parties: Identification of the employer and employee, including full legal names, addresses, and relevant ID/license numbers

2. Background: Brief context about the employment relationship and the driver position

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract, including 'Vehicle', 'Working Hours', 'Territory', etc.

4. Appointment and Term: Details of the position, employment status (fixed-term/unlimited), and commencement date

5. Duties and Responsibilities: Specific driving duties, route responsibilities, vehicle maintenance obligations, and reporting requirements

6. Working Hours and Rest Periods: Regular working hours, maximum driving times, rest breaks as per Saudi labor law

7. Compensation and Benefits: Base salary, allowances, overtime rates, and other benefits as per Saudi labor law

8. Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, sick leave, and other types of leave as per Saudi labor law

9. Safety and Compliance: Traffic laws compliance, safety procedures, accident reporting requirements

10. Vehicle Care and Maintenance: Responsibilities for vehicle maintenance, inspection, and reporting of issues

11. Confidentiality: Protection of employer's confidential information and trade secrets

12. Termination: Grounds for termination, notice periods, and end of service benefits

13. Governing Law: Confirmation of Saudi law application and dispute resolution procedures