About the job
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
SENIOR DRIVER
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 14
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria’s commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for keeping records, receiving, and dispatching printing and other inventory items into and from the printing store/production floor; to perform messenger, dispatch, and stores tasks as required; and to deliver and collect printed products and printing materials across all campuses.
Responsibilities
The successful candidates’ responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Driving duties:
- Deliver printed materials securely to campuses;
- Receive and dispatch stock from the University printing stores;
- Receive and deliver stock from printing stores to the printing depot;
- Record and collect signed stock issue cards and receipts from the Print Depot Controller;
- Load and offload of the delivery vehicle;
- Planning and administration:
- Liaise with the Dispatch Controller on daily deliveries or collections scheduled;
- Prioritise urgent jobs as per communication with the Dispatch Controller;
- Confirm availability with recipients prior to delivery;
- Report to Dispatch Controller any delivery/collection challenges, such as waiting time and access to recipients;
- Collect signed delivery notes/invoices from recipient after successful delivery/collection, and submit to the Dispatch Controller;
- Vehicle maintenance:
- Complete vehicle checklist before every journey;
- Observe security protocols for vehicle and content safety;
- Take vehicle for regular scheduled services to Facilities Management;
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness;
- Keep track of vehicle license renewal requirements;
- Report all vehicle incidents to the line manager.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12;
- A total of one-year experience in:
- Driving a company vehicle;
- Messenger services;
- Client relation management;
- Production stores work;
- Handling confidential documents;
- Code EC1 drivers’ license;
- Public driving permit (PDP).
Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)
- Knowledge of:
- Printing materials and stock;
- Traffic rules and signs;
- Technical competencies:
- Driving of a vehicle;
- Loading and offloading of a vehicle;
- Computer literacy;
- Behavioural competencies:
- Ability to:
- Maintain social, ethical, and organizational norms;
- Firmly adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles;
- Take prompt action to accomplish objectives;
- Act to achieve goals beyond what is required;
- Be proactive;
- Try different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities;
- Accomplish tasks and processes accurately and completely;
- Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment;
- Adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures;
- Present information to individuals or groups; deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience;
- Convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing, to ensure that they understand the information and the message;
- Listen and respond appropriately to others.
Added Advantages And Preferences
- A relevant National three-year Diploma;
- A total of one-year exposure to a printing production environment.
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In Applying For This Post, Please Attach
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
CLOSING DATE: 27 March 2026
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Violet Makhubele, Tel: (012) 420 6920 for application-related enquiries, and Ms. Mositsi Kekana, Tel: (012) 420 4004 for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.