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ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK (PRODUCTION): PUBLIC COUNTER

Department of Transport

Salary band

R 237 453

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

DOT 187/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Transport

Location

Motor Transport Services, Pietermaritzburg

Salary

R237 453 per annum (Level 05)

Requirements

A Senior Certificate/ National Certificate (Vocational) NQF level 4: Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Thorough knowledge of all relevant Road Traffic legislation and all relevant regulations. Knowledge of the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1966. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act 1999, Provincial Practice Notes and Treasury Instructions. Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations 1999, Labour Relations Act 1995, Employment Equity Act 1998, Basic Conditions of Employment Act 1997 and Skills Development Act 1997. Knowledge of Human Resource Management and its principles, Good Governance principles, Service Delivery, Batho Pele principles and code of remuneration (CORE). Knowledge of the National Road Traffic Information System (NaTIS) and its applications. Knowledge of delegations of authority and Financial Audit procedures. Understanding of departmental vision, objectives, structures, communication channels and reporting procedures. Procedural knowledge relating to general office administration. Knowledge of reporting procedures and work environment. Labour Relations/grievance procedure knowledge. Knowledge of code of conduct. Computer literary. Financial and related matters skills. Administrative systems and procedures skills. Any relevant and applicable legislation skills. Basic accounting skills. Communication skills. Report writing skills. Problem solving, analytical and interpretive skills. Sound Human relations skills. Planning, co-ordination and organizing skills. The ideal candidate should be committed to organizational goals, comply with performance agreement, service delivery and value for money, must be an innovative thinker, teamwork oriented and able to work independently, must have an interest in development, be professional, accurate, maintain confidentiality, must be punctual, courteous and have tact. He/she must be responsible, self-motived, reliable, honest, loyal, trustworthy, diplomatic and have integrity.

Duties

Render motor vehicle registration and licensing cash office services in accordance with National Road traffic Act. Perform daily banking and financial related transactions and balancing of revenue collected in terms of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Perform all eNatis/cashier functions relating to Taxi Recap and Verify documentation and applications received and capture transactions. Attend to general public enquiries in relation to motor vehicle registration and licensing. Provide Supply Chain clerical support service within the component.

Enquiries

Ms T Ximba Tel No: (033) 395 1800

Notes

It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions.

Closing Date

2026-08-28T23:59:00+02:00

About administrative roles in South Africa

Administrative and clerical positions are among the most consistently advertised roles in both the South African public and private sectors. Government departments in particular have a high and ongoing demand for administrative clerks, especially at salary levels 5 to 7 on the public service scale. These roles form the operational backbone of every department and offer a stable entry point into a public sector career with a clear progression path.

·Government admin roles almost always require a Z83 form and a detailed CV listing all previous administrative experience with exact dates.
·Computer literacy is listed as a requirement in nearly every admin advert. Specify which software you are proficient in, particularly Microsoft Office.
·Many admin roles require a valid driver's licence. If you have one, make it prominent on your CV.
·For Senior Administrative Officer posts, management experience and the ability to supervise staff are assessed during interviews.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Transport. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·A Senior Certificate/ National Certificate (Vocational) NQF level 4: Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Thorough knowledge of all relevant Road Traffic legislation and all relevant regulations
  • ·Knowledge of the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1966
  • ·Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act 1999, Provincial Practice Notes and Treasury Instructions
  • ·Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations 1999, Labour Relations Act 1995, Employment Equity Act 1998, Basic Conditions of Employment Act 1997 and Skills Development Act 1997
  • ·Knowledge of Human Resource Management and its principles, Good Governance principles, Service Delivery, Batho Pele principles and code of remuneration (CORE)
  • ·Knowledge of the National Road Traffic Information System (NaTIS) and its applications
  • ·Knowledge of delegations of authority and Financial Audit procedures
  • ·Understanding of departmental vision, objectives, structures, communication channels and reporting procedures
  • ·Procedural knowledge relating to general office administration
  • ·Knowledge of reporting procedures and work environment

Key Duties

  • ·Render motor vehicle registration and licensing cash office services in accordance with National Road traffic Act
  • ·Perform daily banking and financial related transactions and balancing of revenue collected in terms of PFMA and Treasury Regulations
  • ·Perform all eNatis/cashier functions relating to Taxi Recap and Verify documentation and applications received and capture transactions
  • ·Attend to general public enquiries in relation to motor vehicle registration and licensing
  • ·Provide Supply Chain clerical support service within the component

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK (PRODUCTION): PUBLIC COUNTER position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 237 453. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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