Driver/Messenger: Work Environment Management

In brief

**Overview** This explains the role of a Driver/Messenger within the Work Environment Management section of the Eastern Cape Department of Human Settlements. The position is remunerated at R201,093.00 per annum, classified at Level 4. **What you will do** * Render transport and driving services, including fairying employees and transporting materials and equipment to various destinations. * Apply road safety and precautionary measures. * Complete logbooks and trip sheets. * Conduct basic vehicle checks and report faults. * Provide transport administrative services, which includes closing daily and weekly kilometre readings and facilitating their recording. * Complete vehicle logbook and trip authorisations. * Consolidate monthly vehicle returns. * Load and offload goods/equipment. * Submit accident reports. * Perform maintenance on motor vehicles, inspecting them for defects. * Login calls to Government Motor Financial Services (GFMS) for motor vehicle service, repairs, and maintenance. * Clean and lubricate machinery equipment. * Book vehicles for wash and cleaning. * Render clerical support and messenger duties, such as sorting and arranging correspondence. * Collect, distribute, and circulate correspondence. * Record and control correspondence, facilitating that recipients sign on the delivery book/register. * Ensure the safekeeping of logbooks, petrol cards, and trip authorisations. * Deliver documents between head office, sister departments, and institutions. * Ascertain parcels and files are properly sealed and addressed. * Maintain confidentiality of government information. * Prevent damage, loss, or unauthorised access during transportation. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * NQF level 2 as recognised by SAQA with no experience. * Valid driver’s licence with PDP (Professional Driving Permit). * Knowledge of Road traffic laws and regulations. * Knowledge of government transport policies and procedures. * Geographical knowledge. * Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and safety. * Knowledge of document handling and records management. * Good communication skills. * Confidentiality and ethical conduct. * Physical fitness and alertness. * Customer service skills. * Time management skills. **Who should apply** Candidates with an NQF level 2 qualification and a valid driver's licence with a PDP are encouraged to apply, with no experience specified as required. The ideal applicant will possess knowledge of road traffic laws, government transport policies, geographical areas, vehicle maintenance and safety, and document handling. Essential qualities include good communication skills, confidentiality, ethical conduct, physical fitness, alertness, customer service aptitude, and time management skills. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/driver-messenger-work-environment-management-eastern-cape-department-of-human-settlements Source: myjobmag

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