Driver (P003037) Re-advertisement
Listing reference: nwu_004315
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 6 May 2026
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES - SCHOOL OF NURSING
POSITION NUMBER:P003037
VACANCY: DRIVER
PEROMNES GRADE: 15
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 4 - YEAR FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT WITH BENEFITS
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The students are being transported safely by the drivers. The drivers are known to students, and they are familiar with all the routes and clinical
facilities where they are transporting nursing students for clinical placements. The school of nursing is expected by the regulatory body (South African
Nursing Council) to transport students safely for Work Integrated Learning at clinical facilities. The position is funded from the Clinical Training Grant.
The students are being transported safely by the drivers. The drivers are known to students, and they are familiar with all the routes and clinical
facilities where they are transporting nursing students for clinical placements. The school of nursing is expected by the regulatory body (South African
Nursing Council) to transport students safely for Work Integrated Learning at clinical facilities. The position is funded from the Clinical Training Grant.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Transporting students to clinical areas
- Act as a driver to transport students to clinical facilities.
- Monitoring of student attendance.
- Update transport routes as needed.
- Work with additional drivers in student management.
- Work flexi hours (40 Hours).
- On-call for last-minute trips.
- Other duties as assigned.
Administrative duties
- Monitoring of weekly and monthly road trips.
- Compiling a report of kilometers travelled per day, per week and month.
- Complete the attendance register of students for road trips.
- Check and keep records on vehicle logbooks.
- Keep a record of hours worked per week.
Ad hoc tasks
- Minimum requirements
- Assist with driving in SONS, where necessary.
- Support with General Administrative as delegated by line manager regarding SONS.
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12 (NQF level 4).
- A valid drivers’ license (Code 10/C1).
- A valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
- A minimum of two (2) years ‘ driving experience.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Public driving experience.
- Effective and skilful management of transport.
- Effective and efficient handling of transport bookings enquiries.
- Computer skills.
- Report writing.
- BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- Communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good conduct.
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof Khumo Shopo 018 285 2030
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Janine Da Gama on 016 910 3451
CLOSING DATE: 6 May 2026
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submittedthrough any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given tocandidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
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