Job Title: Driver
Organization: South African National Blood Service (SANBS)
Location: Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa
Employment Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Open until filled
Overview:
The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is dedicated to providing a safe and sufficient supply of blood products across South Africa. We are currently seeking a reliable and responsible Driver to ensure the timely, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of goods and passengers. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting SANBS’s mission while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities:
KPA 1: Pre-Trip Procedures
-Inspect vehicles according to the Vehicle Inspection Checklist and report any irregularities to the Dispatch Controller or relevant authority before leaving the premises.
-Receive and sign the Trip Instruction Sheets and ensure name tags are worn at all times.
-Collect and secure products for transport, ensuring proper handling of Blood Products.
-Complete the Trip Sheet, including odometer readings, and maintain an accurate logbook.
-Ensure adequate fuel levels for the trip and verify odometer readings on fuel slips.
KPA 2: Transportation of Goods
-Complete Trip Sheets and adhere to delivery timelines as instructed.
-Drive in compliance with SANBS Rules and Regulations and the National Road Traffic Act.
-Collect and deliver goods to designated destinations and ensure the recipient signs the delivery note.
-Maintain professionalism and promote the image of SANBS during all interactions.
-Complete Trip Sheets and Log Books accurately and return goods and documentation to the Dispatch Controller.
-No unauthorized goods or deviations from routes are allowed without prior consent.
KPA 3: Transportation of Passengers (Excludes Technical Drivers in Zones)
- Confirm passenger details and collect the Transport Request Form from the Dispatch Controller.
- Display SANBS Welcome Board during airport collections and welcome passengers professionally.
- Transport passengers to their destinations safely and assist them upon arrival if necessary.
- Complete the Customer Service Assessment Form and Log Book for each trip.
- No unauthorized passengers are permitted in company vehicles.
KPA 4: Administrative and Support Duties
- Perform ad hoc duties as required and answer transport department calls professionally.
- Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of vehicles.
- Report accidents or incidents within an hour to the Dispatch Controller and the Police, obtaining a case number.
- (For Technical Drivers in Zones) Assist in clinic preparations and unpacking hampers from blood banks in the absence of a General Assistant.
Competencies:
Cognitive
- Judgement and Decision Making
Personal
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Personal Development
- Professional Image and Visibility
- Self-Management
Interpersonal
- Customer Service Orientation
- Teamwork
- Effective Communication
Professional Technical
- Driving Skills
- Adherence to the Road Traffic Act
- Safe Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Requirements and Skills:
Education:
- Minimum: Grade 9
- Ideal: Grade 12 and Advanced Driver Course
Licenses:
- Code C1 driver’s license and Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
Experience and Knowledge:
- Minimum 3 years of driving experience
- Fluency in English
- Knowledge of road safety regulations and transportation of dangerous goods
How to Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their applications. This position will remain open until filled.
Join SANBS and contribute to saving lives while delivering essential services to the community.