Government Drivers 2026 – Nationwide Jobs
Provinces: Different provinces
Job Description:
The Driver Messenger is accountable for ensuring that the government of South Africa receives transport services that are both reliable and secure. The primary responsibility of this function is to transport government officials, staff members, and guests to various locations while maintaining their safety and assuring their comfort. In addition to driving, the Driver Messenger is responsible for performing messenger tasks, which may include delivering official documents, packages, and other goods as directed.
Responsibilities:
-Get government officials, staff, and guests to their destinations safely and on time, making sure to follow all traffic rules and safety standards.
-Make sure the government car is clean, well-kept, and looks good by getting it inspected, serviced, and fixed as needed on a regular basis.
-Follow the planned routes and times, making changes as needed to account for changes and make sure everyone gets there on time.
– When asked, help load and unload bags, packages, and other things.
– Maintain a polite and professional attitude when talking to people to make sure they have a good time.
-Always follow security rules and make sure people are safe, such as making sure they wear their seat belts correctly and following government security rules.
–Do messenger work, which includes getting official papers, packages, and other things for people who need them and delivering them on time.
-Take care of administrative tasks that are related to driving and being a messenger, like keeping correct records of mileage, fuel use, vehicle maintenance, and delivery logs.
-Keep an eye on how often your vehicles need to be serviced and report any mechanical problems or worries right away to the right people.
-Follow all government rules, policies, and processes when it comes to transportation, safety, and handling documents.
-Be honest and keep secrets when you deal with private papers and information.
How to apply
Each job below has its requirements listed. please go though them and if your interested you can download the z83 form and send it to the mentioned address on APPLICATION
choose a post below and apply
POST 10/242: DRIVER/MESSENGER
Ref No & Centre:
- Gauteng Region: Regional Office: Office of the Regional Commissioner GP 2026/03/197
- Gauteng Region: Boksburg GP 2026/03/198
- Gauteng Region: Modderbee GP 2026/03/199
- Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region: Regional Office: Office of the Regional Commissioner LMN 2026/03/143
Salary: R193 359 per annum
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 12. Three (3) years’ experience in driving. Valid driver’s licence.
How to Apply:
Email application to:
POST 10/285: DRIVER REF NO: 26/VA07/NW
Ref No & Centre:
- Magistrate’s Office Schweizer-Reneke 26/VA07/NW
Salary: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 10 / ABET Level 4. Valid driver’s licence.
How to Apply:
Apply online via https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
POST 10/328: DRIVER OPERATOR: WORKSHOP REF NO: 2026/154 (X4 POSTS)
Ref No & Centre:
- Pretoria Regional Office 2026/154 (X4 Posts)
Salary: R163 680 per annum
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 10 or equivalent. Valid Code 08 and/or Code 10 driver’s licence.
How to Apply:
Email: RecruitPTA26-27@dpw.gov.za
POST 10/329: DRIVER OPERATOR: CLEANING REF NO: 2026/155 (X2 POSTS)
Ref No & Centre:
- Pretoria Regional Office 2026/155 (X2 Posts)
Salary: R163 680 per annum
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 10 or equivalent. Valid Code 08 and/or Code 10 driver’s licence.
How to Apply:
Email: RecruitPTA26-28@dpw.gov.za
POST 10/331: DRIVER REF NO: 2026/157
Ref No & Centre:
- Johannesburg Regional Office 2026/157
Salary: R163 680 per annum
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 10 or equivalent. Valid Code 08 and/or Code 10 driver’s licence.
How to Apply:
Email: RecruitPTA26-29@dpw.gov.za
POST 10/450: DRIVER/MESSENGER (X1 POST)
Ref No & Centre:
- Head Office DM/2026/01 (X1 Post)
Salary: R183 279 per annum (Level 04)
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 10 certificate or equivalent. Valid driver’s licence.
How to Apply:
Apply online via erecruitment.mpg.gov.za
POST 10/485: DRIVER / MESSENGER (X2 POSTS)
Ref No & Centre:
- HRP&A: Nkangala District DM/HRPA/NK/51 (X1 Post)
- Fleet Management: Head Office DM/FM/HO/52 (X1 Post)
Salary: R193 359 per annum (Level 04)
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 10 certificate. Driver’s licence Code 8 (Code B).
How to Apply:
Apply online via erecruitment.mpg.gov.za
Download z83 Form below