The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is currently recruiting 7 permanent Driver/Messenger positions within its Governance Division. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a valid Code 10 driver’s license and experience in messenger or driving services who are looking for stable government employment.
Reference Number: 6290
Employment Type: Permanent
T.A.S.K Grade: 06
Salary: R244,732.00 per annum
About the Road Accident Fund
The Road Accident Fund’s mission is to provide timely and equitable assistance to individuals affected by motor vehicle accidents. Through appropriate social benefits, RAF ensures financial relief and recovery support for qualifying individuals across South Africa.
By joining RAF, you become part of a public institution committed to service excellence, accountability, and compliance with national regulations.
Purpose of the Job
The Driver/Messenger is responsible for the safe transportation of people, documents, and goods within assigned areas. The successful candidate must follow all national road safety rules and procedures while ensuring that deliveries and collections are completed efficiently and securely.
The role also involves administrative support, record management, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and the National Archives Act.
Key Responsibilities
Messenger Services
Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by SAQA and provide proof of evaluation.
Why Apply?
This is a permanent government opportunity offering a competitive annual salary of R244,732.00, structured work responsibilities, and the chance to serve communities across South Africa.
If you meet the requirements and are ready to join a respected national institution, apply
Collect and deliver correspondence to and from government institutions
Verify and reconcile packages upon collection and delivery
Maintain accurate delivery records and logbooks
Obtain delivery signatures and receipts
Sort items according to efficient delivery routes
Ensure documents are delivered to Document Services in line with SOP
Plan routes effectively to maximise time and fuel efficiency
Administration
Monitor messenger service availability at all times
Ensure proper archiving of documents in line with RAF policies
Sort, classify, and file records correctly
Manage off-site record transfers and maintain logs
Maintain inventory of departmental records
Complete destruction registers for disposed records
Oversee postal services within the branch
Ensure efficient copying and binding services
Transport & Operations
Load and unload goods and materials
Transport staff and products securely
Identify and report vehicle mechanical or electrical faults
Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance
Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Ensure vehicles and office machinery remain in good working condition
Reporting
Report vehicle defects, accidents, and traffic violations
Maintain logbooks in line with Fleet Management Policy
Report unexpected delays
Monitor franking machine maintenance and report major faults immediately
Mail Processing
Receive and register incoming and outgoing correspondence
Sort and distribute mail appropriately
Prepare registered, Docex, and bulk mail
Record registered mail details
Declare and record monies received
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this Driver/Messenger position, applicants must have:
Matric / Grade 12 certificate
Valid Code 10 (EC1/EC) driver’s license
Professional Driver’s Permit (PDP)
At least 1 year of experience in a driving or messenger services environment
Required Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
Planning and organisational skills
Strong communication ability
Client service orientation
Ethical conduct and professionalism
Ability to assess vehicle roadworthiness
Knowledge of transporting people and goods safely
Good decision-making skills
Employment Equity & Important Notes
The Road Accident Fund subscribes to Employment Equity principles, and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.
If you do not receive feedback within six weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Security vetting will be conducted on all prospective employees.
