Senior Admin Officer: Towing and Auctions

Gauteng Provincial Government; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 372,000 - 454,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauteng Provincial Government in Bedfordview seeks a Senior Admin Officer: Towing and Auctions to manage towing, auction services and vehicle assessments. The role also requires maintaining records, coordinating with departments and service providers, and reporting on activities.

Experience in towing and auctions plus a National Diploma and a valid driver’s license are essential. The position offers a competitive annual package plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Three-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Public Management or Public Administration or Business Management.
• 2–3 years relevant experience in towing and auctions with knowledge of vehicle assessments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to liaise with towing merchants and contract administrators.

Responsibilities

• Oversee towing and auction services and vehicle assessments within the unit.
• Coordinate enquiries from client departments, service providers and stakeholders.
• Maintain simple record-keeping systems for towing and police clearances.
• Liaise with towing merchants and RT46 administrators and prepare weekly/monthly reports.
• Supervise resources, including people management and budgetary recommendations.
• Monitor improvements and coordinate relief vehicle administration and allocations.

Skills

Towing operations

Auctions

Vehicle assessments

Record keeping

Stakeholder liaison

Relief vehicle coordination

Budget and supervision

Education

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Public Management/Public Administration/Business Management

Tools

RT46 contract administration

Job description

Senior Admin Officer: Towing and Auctions

• Reference Number : REFS/057128
• Directorate : Fleet Maintenance
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R413 001,00 per annum plus benefits (Level 08)

Requirements

• A minimum three-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Public Management or Public Administration or Business Management. 2-3 years relevant experience in towing and auctions at Salary level 7. Knowledge of towing, auctions and vehicle assessments. Ability to implement and maintain simple, effective record keeping for towing and police clearances. Ability to liaise with towing merchants and RT46 contract administrators. Ability to coordinate relief vehicles based on the approved procedures and policy. Ability to coordinate enquiries from client departments, service providers and other stakeholders relating to withdrawn vehicles, towing and auctions. Valid driver’s license.

Duties

• Oversee Vehicle Life Cycle Programme (Repairs and Maintenance): Oversee the provision of towing and auction services to the entity, Liaise with client departments, service providers and other stakeholders on towing, auctions and vehicle assessments, Coordinate enquiries relating to withdrawn vehicles, towing and auctions, Implement and maintain simple, effective record-keeping systems for towing and police clearances, Liaise with towing merchants and RT46 contract administrators, Compile weekly, monthly and quarterly reports on towing, auctions and vehicle assessments, Coordinate the planning, development, implementation and monitoring of towing, auction and vehicle assessment activities. Coordinate Towing and Auction Administration: Compile and administer auction documentation. Obtain, verify and maintain TransUnion vehicle values for auction and disposal processes, Compile and maintain vehicle assessment reports and supporting documentation, monitor staff performance and maintain performance administration records within the unit, Document activities and compile weekly progress reports for review, Verify the execution of applicable maintenance procedures and administrative controls. Monitor Strategy and Development Initiatives: Review new business initiatives that affect towing, auctions and vehicle assessments, participate in approved projects and operational improvement initiatives within the area of responsibility, Assess the operational impact of new initiatives, projects and process changes, Communicate approved initiatives and process changes to relevant stakeholders, monitor implementation of approved changes and record their effect on service delivery. Supervise unit resources, including people management: Make budgetary recommendations and advise on spending, supervise resources to ensure effective services, implement sound management of human resources within the component, perform daily supervision of the section, Facilitate and encourage staff development to meet the changing demands of the job. Maintain Stakeholder Relationships and Monitor Continuous Improvement: Review operational processes and recommend continuous-improvement actions for towing, auctions and vehicle assessments., Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote effective service delivery, Engage and negotiate with key stakeholders to facilitate compliance with towing and assessment requirements, Liaise and communicate with departments, customers, suppliers and other service providers, Coordinate an effective interface with other departmental staff, Monitor improvement actions against entity goals, service standards and customer requirements. Coordinate Relief Vehicle Administration Activities: Coordinate requests and allocation of relief vehicles to client departments in line with approved procedures, Verify vehicle availability, allocation approvals and supporting documentation before release, Record vehicle issue and return dates, mileage, fuel levels and vehicle condition in the relevant registers or systems, Monitor the duration of relief vehicle allocations and follow up on overdue returns, extensions and substitutions, Liaise with client departments and relevant internal units regarding relief vehicle availability, collection, return and replacement, Verify relief vehicles on issue and return and record any damages, defects or incidents for referral to the relevant unit. Compile weekly and monthly reports on relief vehicle allocations, utilization, outstanding returns and exceptions.

Notes

• In line with the Department’s employments Equity Plan, preference will be given to COLOURED, INDIAN, WHITE FEMALE and people with DISABILITY.

Employer : Gfleet

Location : Bedfordview

Closing Date : 09-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do have an NQF Level 6 in Public Management or Public Administration or Business Management?

Do you have 2-3 years relevant experience in towing and auctions. Knowledge of towing, auctions and vehicle assessments?

Do you have a valid driver’s license?