Assistant Officer: Driver (post level 13) (Job ID: 6296) – (1976)

The University of the Free State (UFS) is looking for a dedicated Assistant Officer: Driver to join their Supply Chain Management team at the Qwaqwa Campus. This is a permanent, full-time position for a semi-skilled professional who is reliable and committed to safe transportation.

About the Role

As an Assistant Officer: Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and reliable transport of students and guests for the Qwaqwa Campus. Your responsibilities will include:

• Transporting students and guests safely and reliably.
• Maintaining a positive image of UFS through excellent and safe driving habits.
• Working occasional evenings and weekends as required.
• Keeping university vehicles clean and well-maintained.
• Handling administrative tasks related to departmental vehicles, including booking management.
• Ensuring discipline among students while being transported.
• Performing other ad-hoc duties as needed for the Qwaqwa Campus.

Who We Are Looking For (Requirements)

Minimum Requirements:

• A Grade 12 certificate or a National Vocational Certificate (NQF Level 4).
• A valid Code C1 or EC1(14) driver’s license.
• A valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).

Please ensure you attach copies of all required documents to your application.

Recommended:

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a professional driver.

Key Competencies You’ll Need

• Results-Oriented: Ability to adapt to changing environments, be reliable, responsible, and dependable.
• Strategic Thinking: Creative, open-minded, and analytical in addressing work issues.
• Business Acumen: Adherence to rules and regulations, proficient in MS Office.
• Leading: Ability to take charge, offer direction, and be cooperative with others.
• Building Coalitions: Self-assured, at ease with people, and good at establishing connections.

Salary and Benefits

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, ranges from R 231,699.90 to R 388,426.59, depending on budget, relevant work experience, and qualifications. Fringe benefits include a pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave, sick leave, service bonus, and study benefits (subject to specific conditions).

Assumption of Duties: 01 January 2026, or as soon as possible.

How to Apply

Please note: Applications MUST be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website only. Applications submitted via other platforms will not be considered.

To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, along with the following standard documentation:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of your qualifications or official proof of qualifications obtained (if you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
• A copy of your South African Identity Document (ID) or passport (for foreign nationals).
• Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or a recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. We recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files to avoid upload issues.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is 23 November 2025.

Enquiries

For any enquiries regarding this position, please contact:

Tel: 051 401 2876, 051 401 2979, 051 401 2558, or 051 401 9813

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Important Notes

• The UFS is an Employment Equity designated employer and is committed to diversity and redress. Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups, including those with disabilities.
• The University processes personal information in line with POPIA.
• The University reserves the right not to fill the post.
• Only applications from candidates who meet all inherent requirements will be considered.
• Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
• If you are not contacted within six weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.