Position: Driver (2 Positions Available)
Location: Pretoria: Head Office
Closing Date: 28 August 2024
Salary: P13 (R 282,245.04 CTC Per Annum)
Contract Type: Permanent
Reporting To: Manager: Facilities Management
Overall Job Purpose:
The Driver will be responsible for providing efficient and reliable motor vehicle services to the Council for Geoscience. This includes transporting passengers, delivering goods such as mail and parcels, and ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
-Provide effective and timely driver services for CGS staff, stakeholders, and goods.
-Transport passengers and deliver items using light and medium motor vehicles.
-Adhere to daily transportation schedules and manage any changes or unforeseen obstacles, consulting with the Manager when necessary.
-Communicate schedule changes promptly to stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with traffic laws, safety regulations, and vehicle maintenance requirements.
- Complete all necessary records and logbooks related to vehicle use and item handling.
- Conduct pre and post-trip inspections to identify and report any vehicle damage.
- Assist with the delivery and collection of vehicles from maintenance agents and third parties.
- Safeguard vehicles, mail, documents, and parcels against theft, misuse, and loss.
- Support CGS operational needs outside of regular working hours when requested.
- Perform additional ad hoc duties as required.
Behavioral Attributes:
- Strong customer orientation and communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a team and collaborate effectively.
- Problem-solving abilities and a sense of urgency.
- Capable of working under pressure with good report-writing skills.
- Basic computer literacy.
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:
- Grade 10 education.
- Valid driver’s license (Code 10/C1 with PDP).
- Minimum of 6 months of relevant driving experience.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
- Ability to read and interpret maps and operate a GPS.
- Understanding of the responsibilities associated with driving and transporting passengers.
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
HOW TO APPLY:
Employment Equity:
The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. Preference will be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups, with a particular focus on females and individuals from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.