DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES- DRIVER/ MESSENGER
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Note: Before you apply: All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. The
Department of Correctional Services is an equal opportunity employer. The Department will take into consideration the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) in filling of these vacancies. It is our intention to promote representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. In support of this strategy, applicants need to indicate race, gender and disability status on the application form/CV. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be re-appointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered.
APPLICATIONS : Gauteng Region: The Regional Commissioner Gauteng, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X393, Pretoria, 0001 OR hand deliver at: 1077 Forum East Building, Arcadia Street, Hatfield OR you can email your application to: GPHRM@dcs.gov.za. Contact persons: Mr Masango SS Tel No: (012) 420
0173/ Ms Feni SAP Tel No: (012) 420 0173/ (012) 420 0179.
CLOSING DATE : 30 June 2025 @ 15h45.
It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure
that their application reaches DCS before the closing date.
NOTE : Please take note that correspondence will only be conducted with the
shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months
of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application is
unsuccessful. Please do not call the department to enquire about the progress
of your application.
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, security vetting,
qualification verification and criminal records verification. Appointment will be
provisional, pending the issue of a security clearance. If you cannot get a
security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly
terminated. Fingerprints may be taken on the day of the interview.
Applications:
Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form (Public Service application
form) obtainable from any Public Service department and must be completed
in full. Only a detailed CV should be attached to your application form. Only
shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies not older than
6 months of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of
the interview. Please send a separate and complete application for each post
you apply for, stating the correct reference for each position you are interested
in. For re-advertised posts, candidates who previously applied need to reapply.
Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements.
CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advert
requirements and responsibilities. Kindly indicate the reference number on the
subject line for emailed applications. The Department of Correctional Services
reserves the right not to fill any of these advertised posts.
OTHER POSTS
POST 20/08 : DRIVER/ MESSENGER REF NO: HO 2025/06/01
SALARY : R193 359 per annum
CENTRE : National Head Office: Office of the National Commissioner
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REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12. Three (3) years’ experience in driving. Completion of an advanced
driver’s course will be an advantage. Knowledge of the cities in which the
functions will be performed. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies and
Attributes: Knowledge of the procedures to operate a motor vehicle.
Knowledge on how to obtain trip authorities, completion of logbooks, obtaining
consumables (e.g. petrol) and basic services (e.g. fixing a flat tyre). Knowledge
of the prescripts for the correct utilization of a motor vehicle e.g. how and for
what purposes can the motor vehicle be utilized and what are the requirements
for the safe storage of the vehicle. Knowledge of the procedures to follow to
ensure that the motor vehicle is properly maintained. Plan and organize.
Punctuality. Confidentiality. Understanding of public service policy and
legislative framework. Service delivery and client orientation. Integrity and
honesty. Assertiveness. Ability to work under pressure. Good interpersonal
relations. Good communication and listening skills. Knowledge of government
regulations relating to transport.
DUTIES : Drive light and medium motor vehicles to transport the National Commissioner
and deliver items (mail and documents). Do routine maintenance on the
allocated vehicle and report defects timeously. Complete all the required and
prescribed records and log books with regard to the vehicle and the goods
handled. Render a clerical support/messenger service in the office of the
National Commissioner. Collect and deliver documents from the post office.
Distribute documents in and outside of the department. Keep accurate record
of all official trips. Manage assets.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Y Naidoo Tel No: (012) 307 2079/ Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
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