Transport Officer REF NO: TRA/06/09/2026

Department of Higher Education and Training

Location
King William's Town, Eastern Cape
Salary (as advertised)
R338 106 – R398 227 per year
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** The Department of Higher Education and Training is seeking a Transport Officer (REF NO: TRA/06/09/2026) for its office in King William’s Town. This is a Level 07 position offering a salary of R338 106 – R398 227 per annum, plus actual benefits. **What you will do** * Ensure day to day management and maintenance of fleet vehicles. * Monitor daily kilometres before and after trips and ensure monthly closing of kilometres on the logbooks. * Authorise trip itineraries/ trip authorization. * Receive and certify invoices for processing of monthly payments. * Maintain records of driver’s licenses, trip authorisation, and fines. Etc. * Ensure service maintenance of vehicles. * Redirect traffic fines. * Perform pre and post inspections of vehicles. * Conduct quarterly inspections of subsidised vehicles and process new applications. * Ensure compliance with transport policies, processes and procedures. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric or NCV Level 4 together with a recognised three-year 3 National Diploma NQF 6 / in Transport Management, Business Management, Public Management or related qualification plus at least 2-3 years’ relevant experience in a TVET Fleet environment, computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. * Knowledge and experience in fleet or transport management. * Knowledge of Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury regulations and other frameworks. * Knowledge of Business planning. * Visibility analysis. * Knowledge and understanding of the administration reporting process and procedures. * Skills in Negotiation, Communication, Presentation, Administrative Planning and organising, Financial Management, Report Writing, Communication and interpersonal Problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client-oriented, Team Leadership, Planning and organising, People management. **Who should apply** An ideal candidate for this Transport Officer position will hold a Matric or NCV Level 4 qualification combined with a recognised three-year 3 National Diploma (NQF 6) in Transport Management, Business Management, Public Management, or a related field. They should possess at least 2-3 years of relevant experience specifically within a TVET Fleet environment, along with computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong knowledge and experience in fleet or transport management, public service regulations (Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury regulations), business planning, visibility analysis, and administrative reporting processes and procedures. Key skills include negotiation, communication, presentation, administrative planning and organising, financial management, report writing, problem-solving, analytical thinking, client orientation, team leadership, and people management. The role requires someone who can diligently manage daily vehicle operations, maintain records, process payments, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with transport policies. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/transport-officer-ref-no-tra-06-09-2026-department-of-higher-education-and-training Source: myjobmag

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SALARY: R338 106 – R398 227 per annum Level 07, plus actual benefits CENTRE: Office, King William’s Town REQUIREMENTS: * Matric or NCV Level 4 together with a recognised three-year 3 National Diploma NQF 6 / in Transport Management, Business Management, Public Management or related qualification plus at least 2-3 years’ relevant experience in a TVET Fleet environment, computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. * Knowledge and skills: Knowledge and experience in fleet or transport management, knowledge of Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury regulations and other frameworks, Business planning, Visibility analysis, Knowledge and understanding of the administration reporting process and procedures. * Skills: Negotiation, Communication, Presentation, Administrative Planning and organising, Financial Management, Report Writing, Communication and interpersonal Problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client-oriented, Team Leadership, Planning and organising, People management. DUTIES: * Ensuring day to day management and maintenance of fleet vehicles. Monitor daily kilometres before and after trips and ensure monthly closing of kilometres on the logbooks. Authorise trip itineraries/ trip authorization. * Receive and certify invoices for processing of monthly payments. Maintain records of driver’s licenses, trip authorisation, and fines. Etc. Ensure service maintenance of vehicles. * Redirect traffic fines. Pre and post inspections of vehicles. Quarterly inspections of subsidised vehicles and processing of new applications. Ensure compliance with the transport policies, processes and processes.

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