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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Driver (Heavy Duty Vehicle)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS497/2025
  Alexandra Hospital
 
Experience:
Appropriate experience as a Driver.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge of Transport Circular U2 of 2000. Good knowledge of road networks in the Peninsula. Ability to accept accountability and responsibility and to work independently and unsupervised. Good interpersonal skills. Sober habits. Capacity to work amongst people with disabilities / special mental healthcare needs.
 
Enquiries:
Mr M Van Der Heever, tel. no. (021) 503 5061
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Schedule and plan transport routes for the transport of goods, services and personnel from one point to another. Ensure accurate completion of logbooks. Conduct routine maintenance, inspecting on vehicles and timely reporting of defects. Adhere to departmental codes and procedures. Assist the Transport Officer to maintain the transport fleet in a clean and roadworthy condition. Assist Transport Officer with basic administrative & general tasks.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid Public Driver’s Permit (PDP). Valid code C1 (Code 10) manual driver’s licence. Willingness to work overtime, shifts and perform standby duties afterhours, including weekends and public holidays as operationally required.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 163 680 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
8/8/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 8/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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