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DRIVER OPERATOR

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Salary band

R 201 093

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

DARDLEA/2026/08/87

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Location

Tonga

Salary

R201 093 per annum

Requirements

Grade 12 or an equivalent appropriate qualification recognised by SAQA. A valid driver's licence code C1/code 10 minimum. Professional Driving Permit (PrDP is required). Experience in driving and operating specialised vehicles, agricultural machinery and equipment. Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of driving and operating specialised vehicles, agricultural machinery and equipment, including basic inspection and maintenance procedures. Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements applicable to vehicle and machinery operation. Ability to read, write and maintain basic operational records, interpret operating and safety manuals, identify and report defects, and work independently as well as part of a team. Good communication skills, good eyesight, and the physical ability to safely perform the duties of the post.

Duties

Operate departmental vehicles, specialised equipment and agricultural machinery in accordance with prescribed procedures and safety requirements. Transport departmental officials, work teams, agricultural inputs, materials and equipment, including loading and offloading where required. Conduct routine inspections, basic maintenance and condition checks of vehicles, machinery and equipment, and report defects. Maintain accurate logbooks, trip authorisations. inspection checklists and other prescribed record. Assist with agricultural infrastructure, production support and the operation of machinery and equipment at departmental facilities and project sites. Detect and report mechanical faults and facilitate the repair of defective vehicles, machinery and equipment. Comply with departmental policies, procedures, occupational health and safety requirements, and applicable legislation.

Enquiries

Ms. MH Sekoma Tel No: (013) 759 4000 or Ms. EM Mkhonza Tel No: (013) 759 4000

Closing Date

2026-09-11T23:59:00+02:00

About driving and logistics roles in South Africa

Driving and logistics roles are advertised consistently across South Africa in both the public and private sectors. Government departments require drivers for official vehicles and the private sector has significant demand in distribution, e-commerce, and freight. Professional driving permits (PrDPs) are required for operators of goods vehicles, public transport vehicles, and vehicles carrying dangerous goods.

·Always specify the class of vehicle you are licensed to drive, the date your licence was issued, and whether you hold a Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
·Government driver posts are typically graded at salary level 3 to 5 and require a minimum of a Code 8 licence.
·Heavy motor vehicle and articulated truck drivers with clean records and multiple years of experience command significantly higher salaries in the private sector.
·Logistics coordinator and fleet management roles increasingly require computer literacy and experience with fleet management software.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga. 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

  • ·Grade 12 or an equivalent appropriate qualification recognised by SAQA
  • ·A valid driver's licence code C1/code 10 minimum
  • ·Professional Driving Permit (PrDP is required)
  • ·Experience in driving and operating specialised vehicles, agricultural machinery and equipment
  • ·Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of driving and operating specialised vehicles, agricultural machinery and equipment, including basic inspection and maintenance procedures
  • ·Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements applicable to vehicle and machinery operation
  • ·Ability to read, write and maintain basic operational records, interpret operating and safety manuals, identify and report defects, and work independently as well as part of a team
  • ·Good communication skills, good eyesight, and the physical ability to safely perform the duties of the post

Key Duties

  • ·Operate departmental vehicles, specialised equipment and agricultural machinery in accordance with prescribed procedures and safety requirements
  • ·Transport departmental officials, work teams, agricultural inputs, materials and equipment, including loading and offloading where required
  • ·Conduct routine inspections, basic maintenance and condition checks of vehicles, machinery and equipment, and report defects
  • ·Maintain accurate logbooks, trip authorisations
  • ·inspection checklists and other prescribed record
  • ·Assist with agricultural infrastructure, production support and the operation of machinery and equipment at departmental facilities and project sites
  • ·Detect and report mechanical faults and facilitate the repair of defective vehicles, machinery and equipment
  • ·Comply with departmental policies, procedures, occupational health and safety requirements, and applicable legislation

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • 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 ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the DRIVER OPERATOR position at Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga from your Gmail account. The closing date is 11 September 2026.

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Check this advert to confirm whether a Z83 form is required. Submit a truthful, detailed CV with accurate employment dates. Do not assume certified ID or qualification copies are required at the initial stage; follow the advert, as supporting documents may be requested later from shortlisted candidates.

What is the salary for the DRIVER OPERATOR position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 201 093. 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.

When does the DRIVER OPERATOR application close?+

The closing date for this position is 11 September 2026 - 14 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.