Transport Officer REF NO: TRA/06/09/2026 Job at Department of Higher Education and Training

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 227 per annum (Level 07), plus actual benefits 

CENTRE : Office, King William’s Town 

REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric or NCV Level 4 together with a recognised three-year (3) National Diploma (NQF 6) / in Transport Management, Business Management, Public Management or related qualification plus at least 2-3 years’ relevant experience in a TVET Fleet environment, computer literacy and a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge and skills: Knowledge and experience in fleet or transport management, knowledge of Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury regulations and other frameworks, Business planning, Visibility analysis, Knowledge and understanding of the administration reporting process and procedures.
• Skills: Negotiation, Communication, Presentation, Administrative Planning and organising, Financial Management, Report Writing, Communication and interpersonal Problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client-oriented, Team Leadership, Planning and organising, People management. 

DUTIES :

• Ensuring day to day management and maintenance of fleet vehicles. Monitor daily kilometres before and after trips and ensure monthly closing of kilometres on the logbooks. Authorise trip itineraries/ trip authorization.
• Receive and certify invoices for processing of monthly payments. Maintain records of driver’s licenses, trip authorisation, and fines. Etc. Ensure service maintenance of vehicles.
• Redirect traffic fines. Pre and post inspections of vehicles. Quarterly inspections of subsidised vehicles and processing of new applications. Ensure compliance with the transport policies, processes and processes.