Vacancy announcement for a Driver - Ref: 157447

EUBAM Libya; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A European Union delegation in Pretoria is seeking a Driver to ensure transport for staff and assist with logistics. Applicants must have at least 8 years of driving experience, a valid PDP licence, and excellent knowledge of local road systems. The position includes a competitive salary starting from ZAR 20,624 per month with various benefits. Applications close on 15/08/2025.

Benefits

Personal leave days

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of proven driving experience as a professional driver.
• Excellent knowledge of the road systems of Pretoria and Johannesburg.
• Technical knowledge of basic mechanical functions of vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Delegation staff and visitors safely.
• Maintain and clean the vehicles.
• Assist with logistics and administrative tasks.

Skills

Excellent command of English

Clean driving record

Basic computer literacy

Education

Completed South Africa compulsory education (9 years)

Tools

PDP licence

Code C1 (Code 10) driving license

Job description

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Vacancy announcement for a Driver - Ref: 157447

30.07.2025 New opportunity

Teaser

The European Union Delegation to the Republic of South Africa, based in Pretoria is looking for:

Driver in the Administration Section.

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We are

The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organizations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.

The EU Delegation to the Republic of South Africa works in close coordination with the Embassies and Consulates of the 27 EU Member States. We are a fully-fledged diplomatic mission and represent the European Union in dealings with the South African government in areas that are part of the EU’s remit.

We offer

The post of Driver (Local Agent Group V) in the Delegation’s Administration Section. The team consists of 17 people and there are occasional atypical working hours.

Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation, and on the changes of these needs. The successful candidate will serve under the supervision and responsibility of the Head of Administration Section, ensuring transport of staff and providing support and assistance with logistics and/or administrative tasks.

The Following Main Tasks And Duties Are Currently Required

• Drive the Delegation staff and EU staff visitors as per assignment in a safe and law-abiding manner to ensure passage safety and vehicle longevity;
• Clean and maintain the vehicles placed under his/her responsibility;
• Occasional missions outside the Pretoria/Johannesburg area;
• Ensure proper maintenance of the vehicles by controlling the level of fuel, engine oil, etc.
• Ensure an updated vehicle logbook;
• Delivering official letters, parcels, etc. in the Pretoria/Johannesburg area as well as collecting mail from the post office.
• Assisting with logistics in the offices and residence. This might involve tasks such as the moving of boxes with documents, boxes or light office equipment from one location to another;
• Assist with Administrative tasks i.e. photocopying, filing, mail, custom’s clearances, protocol documents, accompanying maintenance companies during their work, as well as assisting with lunchtime switchboard duties when required.
  
  

The base salary will depend on relevant and verified employment experience, typically starting from ZAR 20,624 per month. There is a competitive benefits package, subject to certain conditions, including personal leave days and public holidays, health insurances and a retirement savings plan.

The expected start date will be October 2025.

Minimum requirements / eligibility criteria (necessary for the application to be considered)

• Completed South Africa compulsory education (9 years);
• Have an excellent command of English;
• Be in possession of a valid PDP licence;
• Minimum Code C1 (Code 10) driving license;
• Minimum 8 years of proven driving experience as a professional driver with a clean driving record;
• Excellent knowledge of the road systems of Pretoria and Johannesburg;
• Technical knowledge of the basic mechanical functions of vehicles;
• Ability to work and handle instructions in a calm manner and speedily while always showing patience and politeness when dealing with both passengers and other road users;
• Basic computer literacy (Email use, Microsoft Office);
• Be a South African citizen or have a visa and a work permit to work in South Africa which is not dependent of an employer;
• Have a clean criminal record;
• Be able to work overtime on very short notice should an emergency take place;
• Be able to work on weekends and holidays on very short notice, when necessary.
  
  

Assets / selection criteria (basis for awarding points to select the best applicant)

• Knowledge of road systems of major South African cities such as Cape Town, Durban;
• Previous driving experience with an Embassy and/or an international organisation;
• Advanced Driver Training – B6 Armoured Vehicles;
• Knowledge of other South Africa official languages;
• Proven experience to follow instructions with a high sense of discretion and confidentiality;
• Capacity to work in a team and to work under pressure;
• Deep knowledge of the risk areas of the country and capacity to address risky situations.
  
  

How To Apply

Please submit your application, consisting of a cover letter and Europass format CV to the following email address: [e-mail] (Quoting Reference No. 157447) no later than 18:00 hours on 15/08/2025. Only complete applications received on time will be considered.

The successful candidate will be subject to a medical check, background check, drug and alcohol test which underlines the EU’s zero tolerance policy on drugs and alcohol when on duty.

The process

After the deadline for applications, the eligible applications will be admitted to the Selection by the Committee set up for this purpose.

Depending on the number of applications received, successive phases of Selection include shortlisting of candidates based on assessment of the correct information provided in the cover letter, CV; practical testing and interview. The best 5 candidates after this screening will be invited to a driving test.

Only candidates admitted to each successive selection phase will be contacted individually. The Delegation will use the same means of publication as for this job advertisement to inform the remaining candidates once the recruitment procedure has been completed and that a candidate has (or has not) been recruited.

The Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure. During the selection process, please do not contact the members of the Selection Committee, but address your questions and comments to the Delegation’s Administration.

Equal Opportunities

The European Union is committed to an equal opportunities policy for all its employees and applicants for employment. As an employer, the EU is committed to promoting gender equality and to preventing discrimination on any grounds. It actively welcomes applications from all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. We aim at a service which is truly representative of society, where each staff member feels respected, is able to give their best and can develop their full potential.

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