DRIVER JOBS

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, ROADS AND INFRASTRUCTURE

POST 38/243:
DRIVER / MESSENGER: RECORDS MANAGEMENT

REF NO:
S.4/3/8/36

Component: Corporate Services

SALARY:
R147 459 per annum (Level 04)

CENTRE:
Waterberg District

REQUIREMENTS:

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 02) as recognized by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) valid PDP & driver’s licence, with the exception of applicants with disabilities.

Competencies:

Cleaning equipment, Safety, Health and safety measures, working procedures in respect of working environment, Procedures to operate the motor vehicle e.g. Procedures to obtain trip authorities, complete the logbooks, consumables and basic services, Prescripts for the correct utilisation of the motor vehicle and Procedure to ensure that the vehicles are maintained properly.

DUTIES:

Drive light and medium motor vehicles to transport passengers and deliver other items (mail and documents).

Perform routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle and report defects timely.

Complete all the required and prescribed records and logs books with regard to the vehicle and the goods handled.

Render clerical support/ messenger service in the relevant office: -Collect and deliver documentation and related items in the department, Copy and fax documents, Assist in the registry.

ENQUIRIES:
Ms. Carol Modiba / Ms. Palesa Hlaole Tel No: 014 718 3000/3040/3052/3027

POST 38/244:
DRIVER OPERATOR

NUMBER OF POSTS:
26 POSTS

Component: Roads Infrastructure Maintenance

SALARY:
R124 434 per annum (Level 03)

CENTRE:

Ref No: S.4/3/10/59 – Capricorn (X6 Posts)

Ref No: S.4/3/10/60- Sekhukhune (X3 Posts)

Ref No: S.4/3/10/61 – Waterberg (X7 Posts)

Ref No: S.4/3/10/62 – Mopani (X1 Post)

Ref No: S.4/3/10/63 – Vhembe (X9 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS:

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 03 or equivalent) as recognized by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Five (5) years’ driving experience.

Valid Driver’s licence (Code EC) with the exception of applicants with disabilities.

Competencies:

Communication, Ability to read and write, Good eyesight, Team work, Operation of the equipment, Physical inspection of vehicles and interpret instructions for proper use of all controls for safe operation of vehicles.

Interpret and follow operating manuals, maintenance manuals and service charts.

DUTIES:

Perform activities in respect of operation through:

Operating specialized equipment.

Load and offload goods/equipment.

Inspection and maintenance of equipment and report defects.

Keep log sheets of vehicles and machineries.

Application of safety and precautionary measures.

Cleaning and lubrication of machinery/equipment.

Grading of gravel roads re-graveling/shoulder maintenance.

Render driving services.

Perform activities in respect of operation through:

Transportation of work teams and materials/ equipment.

Detect and repair minor mechanical problems on the vehicles and take steps to have it repaired (check level and condition of oil, fuel, tyres and water).

Inspection of the vehicles/ equipment and report defects.

Complete vehicle logbook, trip authorization for the vehicle.

POST 38/245:
DRIVER EXTRA HEAVY DUTY (> 16000KG = 16 TONS)

NUMBER OF POSTS:
6 POSTS

Component: Roads Infrastructure Maintenance

SALARY:
R124 434 per annum (Level 03)

CENTRE:

Ref No: S.4/3/10/47 – Capricorn (X2 Posts)

Ref No: S.4/3/10/48 – Mopani (X2 Posts)

Ref No: S.4/3/10/49 – Sekhukhune (X1 Post)

Ref No: S4.3/10/51 – Waterberg (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS:

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 03 or equivalent) as recognized by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Five (5) years’ driving experience.

Valid Driver’s licence (a minimum of Code EC Driver’s license) with the exception of applicants with disabilities.

Competencies:

Communication, Ability to read and write, Good eyesight, Team work, Operation of the equipment, Physical inspection of vehicles and interpret instructions for proper use of all controls for safe operation of vehicles.

Interpret and follow operating manuals, maintenance manuals and service charts.

DUTIES:

Drive Heavy duty vehicles:

Transportation of work teams and materials/ equipment, Detect and repair minor mechanical problems on the vehicles and take steps to have it repaired (check level and condition of oil, fuel, tyres and water), Inspection of the vehicles/ equipment and report defects, Complete vehicle logbook, trip authorization for the vehicle.

ENQUIRIES:

For Capricorn District: Ms. Welhemina Mohale/ Mr Solomon Netshia Tel No: 015 287 5600

For Sekhukhune District: Ms. Constance Makalela/ Mr. Malema Mathabatha Tel No: 015 632 8300/8330,

For Waterberg District: Ms Carol Modiba / Ms. Palesa Hlaole Tel No: 014 718 3000/3040/3052/3027

For Mopani District: Mr. Mzamani Mashibyi/ Ms Mabunda KS Tel No: 015 811 4000/4070/4075

For Vhembe District: Mr. Frank Mavhungu/ Mr Elizabeth Murhovhi Tel No: 015 963 3790.

APPLICATIONS:

Applications Address: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure:

Head Office: Private Bag X9490 Polokwane 0700 or hand delivered at Works Tower Building, No. 43 Church Street, Polokwane, 0699.

Capricorn District: Private Bag X9378, Polokwane 0700 or hand deliver at 15 Landros Mare Street, next to Correctional Services. For Mopani District: Private Bag X576, GIYANI 0826 or hand deliver at 570 Parliamentary Building, Giyani.

Sekhukhune District: Private Bag X02 Chuenespoort, 0745 or hand deliver at Lebowakgomo Zone A, next to traffic department.

Vhembe District: Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970 or hand deliver at Cnr. Traffic and Raluswielo Street, Sibasa.

Waterberg District: Private Bag X1028 Modimolle, 0510 or hand deliver at Cnr. Thabo Mbeki & Elias Motsoaledi Street. Attention: For Head Office posts: Director- HR Services; For District posts: District Director.

CLOSING DATE: 21 OCTOBER 2022 AT 16:00

NB:

This is a re-advertisement, applicants who are affected by the changes hereby, may re-apply. Applications should be submitted on a new Z83 form obtainable from all Public Service Departments or at www.dpsa.gov.za and must be completed in full. A comprehensive copy of your Curriculum Vitae, only (certified copies of identity document, driver’s license, and qualifications will be requested from shortlisted candidates).

The specific reference number for each post must be quoted on the space provided for on the Z83 form. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Successful incumbent will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty.

The successful candidate will also be required to disclose his or her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. The recommended candidate(s) for appointment will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Check for security reasons. Late applications, emailed or faxed applications will not be considered. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application.

The Department reserve the right not to make any appointment(s) to the posts advertised. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.

However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are advised to seek reasons for the above administration action in terms of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Act No. 3 of 2000. This advert will also be available on the following website: www.dpw.limpopo.gov.za. The Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.