Driver/messenger

Overview

Driver/messenger posts at special schools across Limpopo requiring Grade 12, Code 10 licence with PDP and offering R201,093 per annum.

Requirements

• Grade 12/Matric Certificate.
• Valid Code 10 driver’s license with PDP. 3 years’ bus driving experience will be an added advantage.
• Driver’s competency test will be conducted before appointment.

Duties

• Responsible to transport learners in Special Schools to and from school following designated routes and schedule.
• Follow traffic laws.
• Capable of communicating with learners, parents and school staff.
• Assist learners in safe loading and off - loading learners.
• Inform school’s personnel and parents of incidents to maintain proper procedures.
• Performs pre - and post - trip inspection.
• Supervise learners during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety and following Departmental policies.
• Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily.
• Reports needed mechanical repairs, when necessary, Performs periodical safety drills as required by law, completing necessary reports upon request.
• Delivery and collections: Collect and deliver documents, correspondence, mail, packages, and other items from places such as the post office, other departments, and external stakeholders.
• Purchase and loading: buying and loading equipment’s, groceries for the institution.
• Health support: Taking learners to clinic and hospitals.
• Route Planning: Plan and follow the most efficient routes using maps or GPS to ensure timely delivery and avoid traffic delays.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensure the vehicle is fuelled, clean, and well- maintained, and report any issues or arrange for necessary repairs.
• Record Keeping: Complete and maintain all required records and logbooks regarding trips, mileage, fuel consumption, and goods handled.
• General Support: Assist with general office or clerical work, such as filing, making photocopies, running errands, or assisting with loading and unloading items.
• Customer Service: Interact with clients and customers in a professional and courteous manner, potentially collecting payments or obtaining signatures for deliveries.

How to apply

Quoting the relevant references `applications should be forwarded to the relevant District: Capricorn North: The District Director Capricorn North Education District Private Bag X9711, Polokwane, 0700. Cnr Blaauwberg & Yster Street Ladanna, Polokwane. Capricorn South: The District Director Capricorn South Education District Private Bag X 03cChueniespoort, 0745, Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo. Mogalakwena: Education District: The District Director Private Bag X601 Mahwelereng, 0626. 805 Rufus Seakamela Street, Mahwelereng, 0626. Mopani East: Education District, Private Bag X578, Giyani, 0826. Old Parliament Building, Giyani. Mopani West: The District Director Mopani West Education District, Private Bag X4032, Tzaneen, 0850. 27 Peace Street, Prosperitas Building, Tzaneen, 0850. Sekhukhune East The Acting District Director Sekhukhune East Education District Private Bag X9041, Burgersfort, 1150. 83 Aloe Street Stand No 2314, Ext 4 Aloeridge West. Burgersfort 1150. The District Director Sekhukhune South: Education District The District Director Private Bag X70, Lebowakgomo, 0737. Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo. Vhembe East: The Acting District Director Vhembe East Education District Private Bag X2250, Sibasa, 0970. Makwarela Old Parliament Building. Vhembe West: The District Director Vhembe West Education District, Private Bag X2250, Sibasa, 0970. Block D Old Parliament Building, Thohoyandou. Waterberg: The Acting District Director Waterberg Education District, Private Bag X1040, Modimolle, 051084. Limpopo Street NTK Building, Modimolle, 0510. Applications submitted via e-Recruitment system through the link a https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675, Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345, Mesdames Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059, Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664 and Maupi MJ at 081 530 8921.

Notes

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department office i.e. effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/. Should an application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified, which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and which must be accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview which should not be older than six months. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in applications being disqualified If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing. Under no circumstances will Photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents be accepted. The successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks and qualification and employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within 3 (three) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Due to the large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. For more information on the job description(s) please contact the person indicated in the post details. The contents of the advertised post will also be posted on the following websites www.limpopo.gov.za/ www.edu.gov.za / www.dpsa.gov.za. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment to the posts advertised. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS