The City of Tshwane has announced a Driver Messenger vacancy within its Department of Regional Operations and Coordination, offering an opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to join its Regional Operations (Region 5) team.
The position is based in Rayton/Refilwe and forms part of the Management and Administrative Support section. This vacancy has been readvertised and is open to external applicants as well as the applicable internal categories.
Driver Messenger Job Vacancy Details
Employer: City of Tshwane
Department: Regional Operations and Coordination
Division: Regional Operations (Region 5)
Section: Management and Administrative Support
Position: Driver Messenger
Reference Number: SDTM1385-5-2026
Job Level: T5
Location: Rayton, Gauteng
Salary: R220,248 – R305,904 per annum
Estimated Remuneration Package: R312,269 – R421,293 per annum
SAP Number: S70028124
Date Advertised: 28 August 2026
If appointed, the successful candidate will be stationed at the Rayton/Refilwe offices.
Purpose of the Position
The Driver Messenger will be responsible for providing an efficient messenger and driving service within the region. The role focuses on the safe and timely movement of mail, parcels, documents and other articles between municipal offices and relevant external locations.
The successful applicant will therefore need to be dependable, organised and capable of handling regular document and parcel deliveries while maintaining good communication with different offices and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
The appointed Driver Messenger will perform a variety of operational and administrative support duties. These responsibilities include collecting mailbags from the post office and posting letters as required.
The employee will also provide an internal document collection and delivery service, ensuring that documents are distributed to the appropriate offices. Mail and parcels must be delivered efficiently, while mail for the postal bureau will also need to be collected and delivered.
Additional responsibilities include sorting and distributing outgoing files, collecting printing work from printing services and assisting with bulk photocopying when necessary.
The position also involves maintaining the municipal motor vehicle used to perform these duties. The successful candidate will therefore be expected to take responsibility for the vehicle and contribute to ensuring that it remains suitable for operational use.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in this Driver Messenger position must meet the requirements specified by the City of Tshwane.
The minimum educational requirement is Grade 10. Candidates must also have relevant experience in messenger services.
A valid Code B driving licence is required because driving forms an important part of the position.
The role requires physical fitness and good health, as the successful candidate must be capable of walking considerable distances, handling trolleys and carrying documentation.
Applicants must also be prepared to undergo a criminal record check. The appointed person will be required to allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at their own cost.
Skills and Personal Attributes
The City of Tshwane is looking for a candidate who can work responsibly and independently while maintaining professional standards.
Important attributes include attention to detail, good interpersonal skills, initiative and flexibility. Candidates should be willing to accept responsibility and demonstrate honesty and patience when performing their duties.
Good driving behaviour is essential, together with effective communication, presentation and negotiation skills. The ability to work independently is also important because the position involves managing deliveries and collections across different locations.
Employment Opportunity
This Driver Messenger vacancy may suit individuals who have practical messenger-service experience, hold a valid Code B licence and are comfortable with a role that combines driving, document handling, deliveries and administrative support.
The position provides an opportunity to work within the City of Tshwane’s regional operations environment while supporting the day-to-day movement of important municipal correspondence, files, parcels and printed materials.
Interested candidates should carefully review the official City of Tshwane vacancy information and ensure that they meet all stated appointment requirements before submitting an application.
Enquiries: J Louw – 012 358 4330 or J Tlou – 012 358 7063.
Reference Number: SDTM1385-5-2026
Important: This vacancy is based in Rayton/Refilwe (Region 5). Applicants should take note that, if appointed, they will be stationed at the Rayton/Refilwe offices.