Messenger/Driver
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About the role
The Department of Traditional Affairs is hiring a Messenger/Driver, based in Pretoria. This is a contract post, paying R170,226 a year. (12-Months contract) Facilities Management How to apply: Applications may be posted to: Human Resource Management, Department of Traditional Affairs, Private Bag X22, Arcadia, 0083 or Hand deliver to: 509 Pretorius Street, Arcadia, 2nd Floor Pencardia 1 Building or email @ DTARecruit202623@cogta.gov.za For attention: Ms L Motlhala Reference number to quote: 2026/23 Closing date: 23 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.
Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Transportation of work teams, documents, materials/equipment’s.
- Detect and repair minor mechanical problems on the vehicle 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 authorisation for the vehicle.
Requirements
- A Grade 10 certificate or equivalent (NQF level 3).
- A valid driver’s license.
- 5 years driving experience.
- Generic Competencies:
- Communication, ability to read and write Good eyesight
- Team work
- Technical Competencies:
- Operation of the equipment
- Physical inspection of vehicle and interpret instructions for proper use of all control for safe operation of vehicles
- Interpret and follow operating manuals, maintenance manuals and service charts