Create a driver

Creating a driver in DRS is a straightforward process that allows you to onboard new drivers into DPWS DRS system efficiently. By following the steps outlined below, you'll be able to set up driver profiles with the necessary information and documents, ensuring a seamless and secure registration process.

1. Driver registration service will be available under Manage → Registration → Driver Registration

1. Once “Driver Registration” has been selected, you will be presented with the following screen

1. In the left nav bar, "Add Driver" option will be available under the Driver Search heading.

1. Once "Add Driver" has been selected you will be presented with the following screen, here you can enter your Driver Details

1. The user can add a photo of the driver by clicking on the Upload button.

• A pop up will open to upload the picture.

• The photo can be adjusted and set it as per system specified size.

• Allowed file types: *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.png

• The "Remove Picture" option will be available to remove the uploaded picture.

• Save and close buttons will be available to save the changes or cancel the changes.

1. The first row will display the default trucking company code and name of the logged-in user and the user cannot remove the row or change the company name.

1. The second row will display the default terminal site of the logged-in user and the user cannot remove the row or change the terminal name.

• By default, the selected site from the top nav bar will be displayed.

1. The user can attach the documents from the documents section. (Please note the uploaded documents are for DPW Southampton verification purposes only and will NOT be kept on file)

• By default, Document 1 is for the Driving Licence it is mandatory to upload the document copy.

• If any additional documents are required, under Document 2, please select the type of document from the drop-down list.

• The “Add Document” button will be available to add any additional documents.

1. SUBMIT & ADD ANOTHER DRIVER: This creates the driver and submits the application to the helpdesk. A success or failed info banner message will be displayed at the top of the page. You will be redirected back to the "Add New Driver" page with all fields blank.

If adding multiple drivers, tick the "Submit and Add another driver" to be redirected to a new blank "Add New Driver" page.

1. DRAFT BUTTON: This creates the driver and saves it in a "Draft" status. A success or failed info banner message will be displayed at the top of the page. This driver will not be sent to the Helpdesk for approval until it has been Submitted.

1. RESET BUTTON: This clears all input fields and resets the Add New driver form page to the initial state.

1. SUBMIT BUTTON: Once the application is submitted, you will be redirected to the Search Driver Page. Here, the Status of the driver registration will now show as "Active", based on the implementation with a successful or failed info banner message.