Job Description

The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs is inviting applications for a Driver/Messenger: Records Management position at Head Office in Pietermaritzburg.

The successful candidate will provide driving, messenger, records management, and general support services within the Auxiliary Services business unit.

The role includes transporting passengers, mail, documents, and assets, conducting routine vehicle checks, completing vehicle records and logbooks, reporting vehicle defects, and assisting with general messenger duties.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates with Grade 12, a valid Code B driver’s licence, and at least 1 year of driving experience.

Position Details

• Position: Driver/Messenger: Records Management
• Reference Number: DRIVER/MNGR - REC MAN 15/MAY 2026
• Business Unit: Auxiliary Services
• Department: Records Management
• Location: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg
• Salary: R201 093 – R236 877 per annum
• Level: 04
• Experience Required: Minimum of 1 year driving experience
• Driver’s Licence Required: Code B
• Closing Date: 12 June 2026 at 16h00

Responsibilities

• Drive light and medium motor vehicles.
• Transport passengers when required.
• Transport mail, documents, and official items.
• Transport assets that are being transferred.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on allocated vehicles.
• Report vehicle defects on time.
• Complete all required vehicle records and logbooks.
• Complete prescribed records relating to goods handled.
• Provide messenger services.
• Provide general support services.
• Maintain records accurately.
• Work independently towards set deadlines.
• Follow departmental policies, circulars, and Public Service requirements.

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Valid Code B driver’s licence for light motor vehicles.
• Minimum of 1 year driving experience.
• Professional Driving Permit will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service regulatory framework.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Act.
• Knowledge of Public Service Regulations.
• Working knowledge of departmental policies and circulars.
• Knowledge of Public Service motor vehicle procedures.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to meet predetermined deadlines.

Skills

• Driving
• Messenger services
• Record maintenance
• Vehicle logbook administration
• Communication skills
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Time management
• Reliability
• Punctuality
• Honesty and integrity
• Initiative
• Commitment
• Ability to work independently

Employment Equity

All appointments will be made in accordance with the department’s Employment Equity targets.

Targeted groups: African males, Coloured males, Indian males, and persons with disabilities.