Job Title: Driver (x4)
Location: Pretoria Campus
Closing Date: 19 September 2024
Overview
The Directorate of Logistical Services within the Department of Transport at Pretoria Campus is seeking to fill four permanent Driver positions. The primary role of the driver is to provide safe and reliable transportation services for students and staff. We are looking for dedicated individuals with a strong sense of responsibility, good communication skills, and a commitment to adhering to road safety regulations.
Responsibilities
–Transportation: Safely transport students and staff for academic and operational purposes.
–Vehicle Inspection: Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness.
–Incident Reporting: Report any accidents or incidents to the Transport Officer promptly.
–Client Service: Provide excellent customer service, ensuring good communication with passengers.
–Safe Driving: Maintain high standards of safe driving at all times, adhering to road traffic regulations.
–Reporting Defects: Report any vehicle defects or required maintenance, including minor on-the-spot repairs when necessary.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Basic literacy (ABET) or Grade 9.
Experience
- At least two years of relevant driving experience.
Professional Registration
- Valid EC (Code 14) Driver’s License with a Public Driving Permit (PDP).
Knowledge and Skills
- In-depth understanding of current road traffic rules and regulations, particularly those pertaining to public driving.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle inspection and maintenance.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Basic mechanical understanding for minor vehicle repairs.
HOW TO APPLY:
Important Notes
- All candidates will undergo a driving skills test to assess their eligibility and fitness for driving university buses.
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Applicants must submit a CV, a completed TUT job application form (available on the university intranet), and certified copies of relevant qualifications and identification documents.
- Failure to comply with the application requirements will result in disqualification.
- If you have not received a response within a month after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The university reserves the right not to make an appointment and aims to promote representativity with regard to race, gender, and disability.