DRIVER/MESSENGER

Department of Basic Education

Directorate: Inclusive Education and Special Schools

Reference number: LDOE 579/06/2026
Salary: R201 093 per annum
Centre: Head Office, Polokwane
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Circular: No 28 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12 Valid Code 10 driver’s licence with PDP. 3 years’ bus driving experience will be an added advantage. Driver’s competency test will be conducted before appointment.

Duties

Responsible to transport learners in Special Schools to and from school by following designated routes and schedule. Follow traffic laws. Capable of communicating with learners, parents and school staff. Assist learners in safe loading and off - loading learners. Inform school’s personnel and parents of incidents to maintain proper procedures. Performs pre - and post - trip inspection. Supervise learners during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety and following Departmental policies. Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily. Reports needed mechanical repairs when necessary Performs periodical safety drills as required by law, completing necessary reports upon request. Delivery and collections: Collect and deliver documents, correspondence, mail, packages, and other items from places such as the post office, other departments, and external stakeholders. Purchase and loading: buying and loading equipment, groceries for the institution. Health support: Taking learners to clinic and hospitals. Route Planning: Plan and follow the most efficient routes using maps or GPS to ensure timely delivery and avoid traffic delays. Vehicle Maintenance: Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensure the vehicle is fuelled, clean, and well-maintained, and report any issues or arrange for necessary repairs. Record Keeping: Complete and maintain all required records and logbooks regarding trips, mileage, fuel consumption, and goods handled. General Support: Assist with general office or clerical work, such as filing, photocopying, running errands, and loading and unloading items. Customer Service: Interact with clients and customers in a professional and courteous manner, potentially collecting payments or obtaining signatures for deliveries.

Where to send your application

Applicants may apply through the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za or Applicants should be submitted to: Director: Human Resource Management, Private Bag X9486, Polokwane, 0700 OR Hand delivered to: ISMINI Towers Building, Office No. GOO2 (Ground Floor) Registry, 46 Hans van Ransburg Street, Polokwane, 0700. All General enquiries should be directed to Mesdames, Kotze Elizba, Chaka Pearl, Kgadima Conny, Moremi Hilda & Mr. Nduli J.S. @ (015) 298 7000.

Enquiries

Mr Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675, Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345, Mesdames Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059, Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664

Note

Limpopo Provincial Treasury is committed to enhancing youth employability and improving service delivery through integrated skills development.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 28 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 7 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 8 August 2026.

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