Jobs · KwaZulu-Natal · Health
Driver
Component: Transport
Closes Tuesday 10 November 2026
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Driver post at the Amajuba Health District Office, KwaZulu-Natal. Transports passengers and goods and looks after government vehicles. Suits people with a valid code EC licence and at least five years
- Drive government vehicles to transport passengers and goods to various destinations as directed.
- Inspect vehicles before and after each trip, keep them safe and clean, and report faults, incidents or accidents to the Transport Officer, Supervisor and Police.
- Must have Grade 10 (Standard 8) or an equivalent recognised by SAQA, a valid Code EC driver's licence, a Professional Driver's Permit (PDP), and at least five years of driving experience.
- Keep the prescribed records and log sheets for vehicles and goods.
- Based at the Amajuba Health District Office. Salary is R201 093 per year, an all-inclusive package.
- Submit the Z83 application form (with the Reference Number on Part A) and a detailed CV by email to Mrs. T.N.B. Dube or by hand to 50 Harding Street, Newcastle. Closing date: 10 November 2026.
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Requirements
- Grade 10 (Standard 8) or equivalent as recognized by SAQA.
- Valid Code EC Driver’s License.
- Professional Driver's Permit (PDP).
- Experience Minimum of Five (05) years driving experience Knowledge, Skills, Behavioural Attributes and Competencies Required Driving skills.
- Ability to read and write.
- Good communication and Interpersonal skills.
- Self-discipline.
- Time management skills.
- Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles.
Duties
- Transport passengers and goods as directed to various destinations.
- Proper inspection of vehicles before and after each trip as part of routine maintenance.
- Safeguard the vehicle from damage and theft.
- Park vehicles in a safe place and activate all security devices.
- Timely report all faults, incidents/accidents to Transport Officer / Supervisor and Police.
- Keep prescribed records and log sheets with regards to vehicles and goods.
- Wash and vacuum government vehicles properly.
- Ensure that the principles of the National Road Traffic Act and other departmental policies are adhered to.
How to apply
All applications should be forwarded to: Mrs. T.N.B. Dube: KZN Department of Health, Amajuba Health District Office, Email: Lungile.Mbatha3@kznhealth.gov.za or Hand delivered to 50 Harding Street Nedbank Building First Floor, Newcastle, 2940.
For attention:Mrs. T.N.B. Dube
New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.
Enquiries
Mr. S.T.S. Khumalo at 083 554 3642
Notes from the department
- Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) This is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za.Application form (Z83) must be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae.
- Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other documents on application but must submit Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
- Certified copies of qualifications, proof of registration and other relevant documents will be requested from the shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview.
- Originally signed letter from your current employer, confirming current and appropriate work experience related to the requirements and recommendation of the advert.
- The Reference Number must be indicated in the column (Part A) provided thereof on the Z83 form.
- NB:
- Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants.
- People with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post.
- The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
- One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
- Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful.
- Please note due to financial constraints, there will be no payment for S&T claims.
- Indian Males are encouraged to apply and people with disability also should feel free to apply.
As printed in Circular 38 of 2026 · page 372 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 38/495: DRIVER REF NO: AMAJ13/2026 Component: Transport SALARY: R201 093 per annum, (an all- inclusive salary package). Other Benefits Medical Aid Optional, Home Allowance – Employee must meet prescribed th requirements and 13 Cheque. CENTRE: Amajuba Health District Office REQUIREMENTS: Grade 10 (Standard 8) or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Valid Code EC Driver’s License. Professional Driver's Permit (PDP). Experience Minimum of Five (05) years driving experience Knowledge, Skills, Behavioural Attributes and Competencies Required Driving skills. Ability to read and write. Good communication and Interpersonal skills. Self-discipline. Time management skills. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. DUTIES: Transport passengers and goods as directed to various destinations. Proper inspection of vehicles before and after each trip as part of routine maintenance. Safeguard the vehicle from damage and theft. Park vehicles in a safe place and activate all security devices. Timely report all faults, incidents/accidents to Transport Officer / Supervisor and Police. Keep prescribed records and log sheets with regards to vehicles and goods. Wash and vacuum government vehicles properly. Ensure that the principles of the National Road Traffic Act and other departmental policies are adhered to. ENQUIRIES: Mr. S.T.S. Khumalo at 083 554 3642 APPLICATIONS: All applications should be forwarded to: Mrs. T.N.B. Dube: KZN Department of Health, Amajuba Health District Office, Email: Lungile.Mbatha3@kznhealth.gov.za or Hand delivered to 50 Harding Street Nedbank Building First Floor, Newcastle, 2940. FOR ATTENTION: Mrs. T.N.B. Dube NOTE: Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) This is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za.Application form (Z83) must be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other documents on application but must submit Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of qualifications, proof of registration and other relevant documents will be requested from the shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview. Originally signed letter from your current employer, confirming current and appropriate work experience related to the requirements and recommendation of the advert. The Reference Number must be indicated in the column (Part A) provided thereof on the Z83 form. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. People with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note due to financial constraints, there will be no payment for S&T claims. Indian Males are encouraged to apply and people with disability also should feel free to apply. CLOSING DATE: 10 November 2026