Driver/Messenger

EdUpStairs; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

EdUpStairs in Cape Town requires a reliable driver/registry support person. You will drive light/medium vehicles, transport passengers and deliver items while maintaining rigorous trip logs and vehicle checks.

You will also assist in registry tasks, filing and document handling, ensuring accurate records and secure movement of documents. Grade 10/ABET and a valid licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 / ABET or equivalent qualification.
• Valid driver’s licence is required.
• Knowledge of the city where the function operates.
• Organising, communication, interpersonal relations and basic literacy are essential.
• Reliable, creative and a team player who works under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drive light and medium vehicles to transport passengers and deliver items.
• Collect, distribute and control movement of documents.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance and report defects timely.
• Carry out daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Complete records and logbooks for vehicle and goods handled.
• Maintain schedule trip sheets and log official trips/distance.
• Collect and deliver documentation within the Departmental components.
• Ensure secure control over movement of documents.
• Assist in registry functions and file incoming correspondence.

Skills

Organising

Good communication

Interpersonal relations

Basic literacy

Knowledge of the city

Valid driver's licence

Teamwork

Education

Grade 10 / ABET or equivalent

Job description

• Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 10 Certificate / Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) qualification or related equivalent qualification and a valid driver’s licence.
• Job related knowledge: Knowledge of the city in which the function will be performed.
• Job related skills: Organising, Good communication (written and verbal), Interpersonal relations and Basic literacy.
• A reliable and creative individual who is prepared to work under pressure and as part of a team.

Duties

• Drive light and medium vehicles to transport passengers and deliver other items (mail, documents, office equipment).
• Collect, distribute and control movement of documents.
• Do routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle and report defects timely.
• Perform daily pre and post trip vehicle inspection to ensure that the vehicle is always in the best condition.
• Complete all the required and prescribed records and logbooks with regard to the vehicle and the goods handled.
• Maintain accurate and up to date schedule trip sheets i.e. log official trips, daily mileage.
• Collect and deliver documentation and related items in the Departmental / Branch or any other component within the Departmental related external parties.
• Ensure proper and secure control over movement of documents.
• Assist in registry functions.
• File incoming correspondence and help trace the file.
• Copy and fax documents.