Driver/Messenger Jobs

Job Title: Driver/Messenger

Employer: Road Accident Fund
Location: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: Matric/Grade 12 Certificate
Experience: 1 year in a driving/messenger services environment

About the Employer:
The Road Accident Fund is a state-owned insurer that provides insurance cover to all drivers of motor vehicles in South Africa. The Fund covers liability for damage or injury resulting from road accidents, excluding property damage.

Key Responsibilities:

Messenger Services

– Collect and deliver correspondence and packages safely and on time.
– Verify items before collection and acknowledge receipt.
– Maintain clear communication with recipients and departure points.
– Obtain signatures or receipts for deliveries.
– Keep a logbook of daily activities and deliveries.
– Plan efficient delivery routes to maximize productivity.
– Sort items according to delivery routes for better efficiency.

Administration

– Monitor and manage copying and binding requests to ensure timely execution.
– Ensure proper archiving of scanned files in line with the National Archives Act.
– Organize documents according to class and prepare them for transfer to off-site storage.
– Maintain an updated inventory of records and their retention periods.
– Manage postal services and ensure the facility operates smoothly.
– Prepare and maintain records of files sent to off-site storage.

Transportation and Operations

– Transport goods, materials, and staff securely.
– Load and unload organization merchandise.
– Monitor vehicle condition and report any mechanical or electrical faults.

Vehicle Maintenance

– Perform daily vehicle inspections before and after trips.
– Ensure all machinery and equipment are in good working order.

Reporting

– Report any vehicle defects, accidents, or damages promptly.
– Maintain the vehicle in good condition and provide regular logbooks.
– Report delays or major equipment faults to supervisors.

Mail Processing

– Receive, register, and sort incoming and outgoing mail.
– Record details of registered and bulk mail.
– Prepare mail for distribution and postage.
– File documents according to established policies.

Qualifications:
– Grade 12/Matric Certificate
– Valid Code 10 (EC1/EC) driver’s license
– Professional Driver’s Permit (PDP)

Experience:
– At least 1 year of experience in driving or messenger services

How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply through the official Road Accident Fund portal. Visit their careers page to submit your application.