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Calling all Drivers! Join the SAPS & Make a Difference

Are you a safe and responsible driver with a passion for serving your community? The South African Police Service (SAPS) is seeking 13 dedicated and highly skilled individuals to join our team as Drivers. This is more than just a driving job – it’s an opportunity to be a vital part of the SAPS, supporting our officers in their critical work. Here’s what you can expect:

• Meaningful work: You’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and timely transport of officers, equipment, and critical resources.
• Stable career: Enjoy the benefits and security of a government position with potential for growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: Receive a comprehensive compensation package, including medical aid, pension, and other benefits.(Band A) R226 188 per annum
• Professional training: Receive training on safe driving practices, vehicle maintenance, and emergency protocols.
• Be part of a team: Work alongside dedicated SAPS officers who are committed to keeping our communities safe.

To apply, you must:

• Possess a valid driver’s license (Code B) with a clean driving record.
• Be physically fit and able to perform the duties of the job.
• Have a strong work ethic and a commitment to safety.
• Be able to work effectively under pressure.

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensure the administration of armoured vehicle fleet
• Ensure the administration of operational vehicle fleet
• Manage and coordinate transport support
• Ensure the transportation of vehicles, equipment and personnel nationally
• Prepare and pack vehicles for transport purposes as per requests of clients
• Ensure the loading and off-loading of equipment/vehicles
• Ensure the proper inspection and maintenance of vehicles
• Report losses or any damages on vehicles
• Assist with the formulating of policy and standard instructions and procedures relating to the mobilisation of the allocated vehicle fleet.
• Ensuring compliance of National Instruction 4 of 2011, State Vehicles and National Instruction 2 of 2022, Armoured Vehicles
• Manage the registration, certification and utilisation of the vehicle fleet allocated to Mobilisation Support
• Manage the maintenance of the allocated vehicle fleet of Mobilisation Support

Minimum requirements 

• Applicants must display competency in the post-specific core functions of the post
• Be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English
• Be in possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database on NQF level 4
• Be in possession of at least a valid driver’s license
• Be a South African Citizen
• Must have no previous criminal / departmental convictions or criminal / departmental cases pending
• Must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service
• Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening and fingerprint verification
• Applicants must have interpersonal communication (verbal and written)
• Be able to work under pressure as well as extended hours.

Location: Pretoria,  South Africa

How to apply 

Reference Number: MOB 10/2024

Interested applicants must submit their fully completed SAPS official form and supporting documents to the address below : Download SAPS Application Form Here

Physical Address: 59 Leyds Street, Schindler House, Sunnyside, Pretoria 0132

Apply here online for SAPS Drivers Jobs

Closing date: o8 November 2024