Driver

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 193 000 - 228 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Gauteng is looking for a Driver to execute transportation trips for patients and staff. The ideal candidate must have Grade 10 or equivalent, a valid code 10 (C1)/(EB) driver's licence, and a valid PDP. Responsibilities include checking vehicle conditions and complying with safety regulations. This position requires good communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Candidates must be prepared to work shifts and may have to undergo a driving test and medical assessment.

Qualifications

• Valid code 10 (C1)/(EB) drivers’ licence and valid PDP.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be prepared to work shifts and on public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Execute transportation trips for patients, staff, and documents.
• Check vehicle condition before driving.
• Report vehicle defects to Supervisor or Manager immediately.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Acts.
• Ensure cleanliness of state vehicles.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Driving skills

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent qualification

Job description

• Package : R 193 359.00 – R 227 766.00 per annum (plus benefits)

Requirements :

• Grade 10 or equivalent qualification. Valid code 10 (C1)/ (EB) drivers’ licence and valid PDP. Ability to work under pressure and as a team be able to work independently. Must be able to read and write good communication and interpersonal skills. Be prepared to work shifts and on public holidays. Must also be able to drive and operate the tractor with implements.NB: Driving test and medical assessment are compulsory.

Duties :

• Execute all authorized transportation trips of patients, staff, documents, and other requirements to and from various destinations. Check the condition of the vehicle and the level of oil, fuel, water, and tyres at times before driving a vehicle. Report minor and major accident defects on vehicles to the Supervisor or Manager immediately. Always comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Acts prescripts and procedures. Attend to enquiries in a professional manner; give guidance and advice when required. Promote proper handling, safekeeping and control of government vehicles and accessories always. Ensure that your driver’s licence and PDP are always valid and in your possession. Operate a tractor with implements when required to carry out those responsibilities. Keep the state vehicles always clean and tidy. Knowledge of transport policies and good understanding of Government Fleet.NB Driving test and medical assessment are compulsory.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail] . NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Far East Rand Hospital

Closing Date : 10-02-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have Grade 10 or equivalent qualification?

Do you have a Valid code 10 (C1)/ (EB) drivers’ licence and valid PDP?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.