Driver / Messenger at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• NQF Level 2. A valid Code 8/10 Driver’s License with PDP (Professional Driving Permit).1 Year Experience in driving/messenger environment. Traffic and road safety regulations.
• Knowledge of the procedures to perform messenger functions and routine office support functions like registry and making photocopies. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements. Departmental transport policies and procedures. Basic record-keeping and reporting procedures.
• High sense of responsibility and accountability. Reliability and punctuality. Attention to detail and alertness. Integrity and discretion. Flexibility and Interpersonal Skills. Communications skills. The incumbent will be expected to work extended hours including weekends & public holidays when necessary.

Duties

• Drive light and medium motor vehicles transporting passengers and other departmental items (mail and documents) Complete logbook, trip authorisation for the vehicle. Safely transport personnel passengers and other departmental items.
• Comply with traffic laws. Road safety regulations and departmental transport policies at all times. Do routine maintenance on allocated vehicles and report defect timely.
• Ensure cleanliness. minor repairs. And regular servicing schedules are adhered cleanliness. minor condition of oil tyres, fuel. And water. Ensure vehicle is kept in a safe place.
• Complete all required and prescribed records and logbooks regarding the vehicle and goods handled. Conduct routine operational checks and report mechanical or functional defects for repair.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post trip inspections on vehicles. Prepare correct documentation of trip authorisations, logbooks, and service records.
• Adhere to road traffic laws, departmental transport policies, and load safety standards. Render clerical support/messenger service in the relevant office. Collect and deliver documents and related items in the department. Copy and fax documents. Assist in registry