PRACTITIONER TRANSPORT: HRM SUPPORT SERVICES

Department of Higher Education and Training

Chief Directorate: Indlela – Olifantsfontein

Reference number: DHET 46/09/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Olifantsfontein
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 18 September 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate bachelor’s degree/ National Diploma in Transport management/Logistics or equivalent qualifications. A minimum of 1– 2 years’ experience in fleet management environment. 2 years’ relevant supervisory experience in transport management. Knowledge and Skills: Sound knowledge and understanding of pertinent policies related to PFMA, national Treasury Regulations, Government Motor transport Handbook Version 1 of 2019, Version 1 of 2017, Batho Pele Principles and Code of Conduct. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving and analytical skills. Computer literacy, an ability to work in a team and independent. Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure. Clientele/customer relation skills.

Duties

Ensuring day-to-day management and maintenance of fleet vehicles. Monitor daily kilometers before and after trips and ensure monthly closing of kilometers on the logbooks. Authorize trip itineraries/ trip authorization. Receive and certify invoices for processing monthly payments. Maintain records of driver’s licenses and trip authorization. Ensure service maintenance of vehicles. Redirect traffic fines. Pre-and-post inspections of vehicles. Perform other related tasks as per supervisor’s instructions and willingness to adapt to work schedule in accordance with office requirements. Supervise and monitor drivers to ensure compliance with transport policies, road traffic regulations, and organizational procedures. Provide general administration support services and maintain a proper filing and archive system, Management of staff Leave, PMDS and Workplans, Ensure completion of performance agreements by all employees in the unit. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.

Where to send your application

DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.

Enquiries

Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389

Note

Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference. 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. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”. Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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