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POST 09/30 : SENIOR DRIVER OPERATOR

🏒 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE πŸ“ AFB Makhado, Limpopo ⏳ Closes: 27 Mar 2026 🧾 Post: 09/30 # Ref: AFBMKD/02/08/26/05 (X2 POSTS)

Key details

Salary
R193 359 - β€’ per annum
Centre
AFB Makhado, Limpopo
Reference
AFBMKD/02/08/26/05 (X2 POSTS)
Closing date
27 Mar 2026
Apply email
afbmkdhr@dod.mil.za

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Overview
Join the Department of Defence as a Senior Driver Operator to supervise vehicle operations and ensure smooth transport services at the base.

Requirements

Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. A valid driver’s license code C1 (Code 10) with a minimum of two (2) years experience in driving with a valid professional driving permit (PDP).

Special requirements (Skills needed): Supervisory skills, driving skills, knowledge of DoD driving prescripts, conducting of routine maintenance on vehicles, Verbal and written communication skills; Analytical thinking Skills; Problem Solving and Time Management Skills.


Duties

Supervise the transport section of the base.

Allocate cars to drivers, manage the pallet and monitor the service of the cars.

Communicate with service providers for car maintenance service appointments.

Keep track of the car’s kilometer logs as per section and report cars due for maintenance.

Ensure that cars are brought back to the unit after every trip and the pallet and check list is marked correctly.

Be informed of the transport procedures and processes and ensure adherence.

Ensure safe keeping of cars.

Ensure proper supply of logbooks to drivers and in time.

Render clerical support when needed by the base.


How to apply

Email: afbmkdhr@dod.mil.za

Department of Defence
Air Force Base Makhado
Private Bag X 2010
Makhado
AFB Makhado
Louis Tritchard.

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