Government Drivers 2026
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 44/153: DRIVER (X8 POSTS)
CENTRE & REF NO.:
- Head Office: Fleet Management – Ref No: LDoE 52/10/2025
- Capricorn South – Ref No: LDoE 53/10/2025
- Mogalakwena – Ref No: LDoE 54/10/2025
- Mopani West – Ref No: LDoE 55/10/2025
- Sekhukhune South – Ref No: LDoE 56/10/2025
- Sekhukhune East – Ref No: LDoE 57/10/2025
- Vhembe East – Ref No: LDoE 58/10/2025
- Vhembe West – Ref No: LDoE 59/10/2025
SALARY: R163 680 per annum
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 10 or equivalent.
HOW TO APPLY (EMAIL/WEBSITE ONLY):
Apply online via the Limpopo e-Recruitment website:
https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za
POST 44/119: MESSENGER DRIVER – AMAMPONDOMISE KINGDOM
CENTRE & REF NO.:
- Qumbu – Ref No: COGTA 06/11/2025
SALARY: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 10.
HOW TO APPLY (EMAIL/WEBSITE ONLY):
Apply online via the Eastern Cape Provincial e-Recruitment portals:
POST 44/342: DRIVER: SECONDARY FUNCTIONS – LOGISTICAL SERVICES (X3 POSTS)
CENTRE & REF NO.:
- Beaufort West – Ref No: DSD 99/2025
- George – Ref No: DSD 99/2025
- Mossel Bay – Ref No: DSD 99/2025
SALARY: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Junior Certificate (Grade 10).
HOW TO APPLY (EMAIL/WEBSITE ONLY):
Email Z83 and CV (5 pages max) to:
westerncape@respond.co.za
CLOSING DATE : 12 December 2025
Download z83 Form below