Driver
Listing reference: nef_000197
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 5 November 2026
Position summary
Industry: Financial Services
Job category: Admin, Office Support and Services
Location: Sandton
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
To provide safe, reliable and efficient transportation services for employees, management, executives, visitors and authorised goods while ensuring that the assigned vehicle is maintained in a roadworthy, clean and presentable condition at all times.
Job description
Driving and Transportation
- Transport employees, executives, visitors and other authorised passengers to meetings, appointments, official functions and designated destinations.
- Collect and deliver documents, parcels, equipment and other authorised items as required.
- Plan routes effectively to ensure punctuality and minimise unnecessary travel time and fuel consumption.
- Observe all road traffic laws, speed limits and defensive driving principles.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding passengers, organisational activities and documents handled.
- Provide professional, courteous and reliable service to all passengers.
- Remain available for authorised trips and reasonable changes to transport schedules.
Vehicle Maintenance and Management
- Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks, mileage records, fuel receipts and trip sheets.
- Coordinate vehicle servicing, repairs and inspections through authorised channels.
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Check oil, coolant, fuel, tyres, lights, brakes and other essential vehicle components.
- Ensure the vehicle remains clean, presentable, secure and roadworthy.
- Report mechanical defects, damage, warning lights and maintenance requirements promptly.
- Ensure that vehicle licensing, service schedules and other required documentation remain valid.
- Monitor fuel consumption and report unusual usage or discrepancies.
Safety, Security and Compliance
- Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable road traffic legislation and organisational
safety procedures. - Ensure passengers wear seat belts and that the vehicle is operated safely.
- Secure the vehicle when parked and safeguard keys, fuel cards, equipment and other assigned assets.
- Report accidents, traffic infringements, security incidents and vehicle-related risks immediately.
- Follow organisational procedures for accident reporting, vehicle use and emergency situations.
- Never drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any substance that may impair driving ability.
- Ensure that vehicles are used only for authorised purposes.
Administrative and Operational Support
- Assist with general administrative and operational duties where required.
- Confirm transport arrangements and communicate delays or route changes to the relevant person.
- Ensure that official documents and goods entrusted to the Driver are delivered securely and timeously.
- Prepare and submit any reports relating to the use of the company vehicle as and when required.
Minimum requirements
Experience / Skills Required
- Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant driving experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
- Good knowledge of Johannesburg and surrounding areas; knowledge of other regional routes is advantageous.
- Demonstrated understanding of road safety and defensive driving practices.
- Good communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
- High level of discretion and integrity.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and complete basic administrative tasks.
- Reliable, punctual, trustworthy and professional conduct.
- Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent.
- Valid South African driver's licence appropriate to the vehicle class, ordinarily Code B for light motor vehicles.
- Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) where legally required for the nature of the transport service.
Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes
- Safe and defensive driving.
- Time management and punctuality.
- Professionalism and customer service.
- Attention to detail.
- Communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confidentiality and integrity.
- Basic vehicle inspection and fault reporting.
- Recordkeeping and administrative accuracy.
- Problem-solving and route planning.
- Ability to work flexible hours when operationally required.