Driver / Messenger (X3 Posts)

Job Title: Driver / Messenger (X3 Posts)

Salary: R183,279 per annum (Level 04)

Locations:

  1. Empangeni Region:
    • Department: Road Traffic Inspectorate, Nongoma
    • Reference: DOT 55/2025
    • Posts Available: 1
  2. Ladysmith Region:
    • Department: Auxiliary Services (Dundee)
    • Reference: DOT 56/2025
    • Posts Available: 2

Requirements:

  • Minimum Grade 10 qualification.
  • 7–12 months of experience as a driver/messenger.
  • Valid driver’s license (minimum Code B).

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

  • Knowledge:
    • Procedures for motor vehicle operation (e.g., trip authorities, logbooks, fuel, maintenance).
    • Prescripts for vehicle utilization and storage.
    • Local knowledge of the area(s).
  • Skills:
    • Communication (verbal and written).
    • Negotiation and problem-solving.
    • Organization and planning.
    • Basic literacy, openness, and transparency.
  • Attributes:
    • Punctual, reliable, flexible, honest, team-oriented, and able to work under pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Vehicle Operation:
    • Drive light/medium vehicles to transport passengers and deliver items.
    • Routine vehicle maintenance and defect reporting.
  2. Administrative Support:
    • Maintain vehicle records (logbooks, goods handling).
    • Collect, deliver, copy, and fax documentation.
    • Provide registry support when required.

Contact for Enquiries:

  • Empangeni Region: Mr. V Chetty, Tel: (033) 355 8880
  • Ladysmith Region: Ms. TP Nkosi, Tel: (036) 638 4400

Application Process:

  • Hand Delivery:
    • Address: Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
  • Postal Applications:
    • Address: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
  • Online Applications:

Attention: Mr. B Hornsby


Note: Equity targets will be considered when filling these positions.


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