Salary: R170,226 per annum (Level 03)
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for x82 Driver Operator positions involving the operation of earthmoving and non-earthmoving specialized equipment across various regions in KwaZulu-Natal.
📍 Available Positions & Reference Numbers
Pietermaritzburg Region
Cost Centre: Ixopo
- Blacktop Team (Underberg) – DOT 203/2026 (1 Post)
- Betterment Team (Umzimkhulu) – DOT 204/2026 (1 Post)
- Maintenance Team (Matatiele) – DOT 205/2026 (1 Post)
- Grader Team (Umzimkhulu) – DOT 206/2026 (1 Post)
Cost Centre: Pietermaritzburg
- Drainage/Betterment Team (Cedara) – DOT 207/2026 (1 Post)
- Betterment Team (New Hanover) – DOT 208/2026 (1 Post)
Durban Region
Cost Centre: Metro
- Grader Team (Inanda) – DOT 209/2026 (1 Post)
- Grader Team (Mount Edgecombe) – DOT 210/2026 (1 Post)
Ladysmith Region
- Cost Centre: Estcourt – DOT 211/2026 (14 Posts)
- Cost Centre: Dundee – DOT 212/2026 (11 Posts)
- Cost Centre: Newcastle – DOT 213/2026 (2 Posts)
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 10 certificate (NQF Level 2).
- A valid Driver’s Licence Code EC with PrDP.
- An Operating Certificate / Departmental Competency Pink Card for specialised equipment.
- At least five years’ experience driving and operating specialised equipment.
Skills and Competencies
Candidates should have:
- Good communication skills.
- The ability to read and write.
- Good eyesight.
- Teamwork skills.
- Practical skills in operating specialised equipment.
- The ability to inspect vehicles and equipment.
- The ability to understand instructions and safely operate vehicle controls.
- The ability to interpret operating manuals, maintenance manuals and service charts.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for operating specialised equipment and performing a range of related duties, including:
- Operating specialised equipment.
- Loading and offloading goods and equipment.
- Inspecting equipment and reporting defects.
- Completing vehicle and machinery log sheets.
- Applying safety and precautionary measures.
- Cleaning and lubricating machinery and equipment.
- Grading gravel roads.
- Re-gravelling and shoulder maintenance.
- Providing driving services.
- Transporting work teams, materials and equipment.
- Checking oil, fuel, tyres and water levels and conditions.
- Identifying minor mechanical problems and taking the necessary steps to have them repaired.
- Inspecting vehicles and equipment and reporting defects.
- Completing vehicle logbooks and trip authorisations.
Important Information
The Department intends to consider equity targets when filling these positions. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to undergo a practical assessment.
Enquiries
Ladysmith: Ms T Nkosi – (036) 638 4400
Pietermaritzburg: Ms G Hlabisa – (033) 392 6600
Durban: Ms S Mthethwa – (031) 700 2222
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to apply through the KZN online e-Recruitment system:
Applicants can also visit a designated Online Application Centre (DOAC) for assistance with the online application or hardcopy submission. The list of DOACs is available through the same website.
Applicants must use only one application method: either the online e-Recruitment system or a hardcopy application.
Hardcopy applications should be addressed to:
Recruitment & Selection Section
Human Resource Administration Directorate
Private Bag X9043
Pietermaritzburg
3200
Applications may also be hand-delivered to:
Department of Transport
Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House
172 Burger Street
Pietermaritzburg
For Attention: Mr B Hornsby
Closing Date
17 September 2026 at 16h00
Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
Z83 Application Form
Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 Application for Employment Form, obtainable online through:
The Z83 must be completed in accordance with DPSA Circular 03 of 2025 and accompanied by a detailed CV. Employment dates must be provided in DD/MM/YYYY format.
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified copies of their supporting documents before the interviews. Applicants should carefully follow all application instructions, as failure to comply may result in disqualification.
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