DRIVER / MESSENGER AT DEPARTMENT OF LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

DRIVER / MESSENGER AT DEPARTMENT OF LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026 at 16:00

NOTE : To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF
document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The
Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications
due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must
provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document,
qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior
management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign
qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. Shortlisted
applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry
assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of
which form part of the selection criteria after the interview. NB: Please note that
false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the
South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened.

Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late
applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If
applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post.
Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated
response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high
volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3
months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during
any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of
posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to,
restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to
cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the
future.

Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to
promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications
from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill
vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your
personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be
required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as
determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel
suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media
profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any
other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security
clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance
agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to
declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships
of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to
disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination.
OTHER POSTS

POST 30/65 : DRIVER / MESSENGER REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/218
Chief Directorate: Land Restitution Support
SALARY : R201 093 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : KwaZulu Natal (Pietermaritzburg)

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 10
Certificate / Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) qualification or related
equivalent qualification and a valid driver’s licence. Job related knowledge:
Knowledge of the city in which the function will be performed. Job related skills:
Organising, Good communication (written and verbal), Interpersonal relations
and Basic literacy. A reliable and creative individual who is prepared to work
under pressure and as part of a team.

DUTIES : Drive light and medium vehicles to transport passengers and deliver other
items (mail, documents, office equipment). Collect, distribute and control
movement of documents. Do routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle and
report defects timely. Perform daily pre and post trip vehicle inspection to
ensure that the vehicle is always in the best condition. Complete all the
required and prescribed records and logbooks with regard to the vehicle and
the goods handled. Maintain accurate and up to date schedule trip sheets i.e.
log official trips, daily mileage. Collect and deliver documentation and related
items in the Departmental / Branch or any other component within the
Departmental-related external parties. Ensure proper and secure control over
movement of documents. Assist in registry functions. File incoming
correspondence and help trace the file. Copy and fax documents.

ENQUIRIES : Ms NP Mazibuko Tel No: (033) 341 2679

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 1st Floor,
270 Jabu Ndlovu Street (formerly known as Loop Street), Pietermaritzburg,
3200 or by email to Post218@dlrrd.gov.za

NOTE : EE Targets: African, Coloured, Indian and White Males and African, Coloured,
Indian and White Females and Persons with Disabilities.