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INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (IEC)
 
Driver-Handyman Free State Provincial Office [Ref No: PO-0564]
Employment: Permanent        
Location: Free State  
Remuneration: An inclusive remuneration package of R 204, 540 per annum 
 
Overview
To provide driver-handyman duties to the provincial electoral office. This position report to the Senior Accountant: Finance and Facilities Management.

 
Responsibilities/Duties
 
Driver duties:
  • Provision of driver services to transport staff, documents, merchandise, and run official errands;
  • timeously transport products, materials, and staff securely to areas where they are needed;
  • load/unload the Electoral Commission's merchandise;
  • accurately complete all paper work related to transportation of employees and or merchandise;
  • ensure safekeeping of products and staff at all times; respond to inquiries or queries;
  • ensure vehicles kept clean and in working order;
  • carry out routine checks on vehicles and ensure they are sound;
  • identify faults on vehicles and report to supervisor;
  • periodic maintenance on vehicles;
  • report accidents and damage to vehicles timeously;
  • provide receipts for all expenses or maintenance incurred on vehicles;
  • keep travel log to record areas travelled to, travel time, and work hours;
  • pay tolls, registration and licensing of vehicles; inform supervisor/clients regarding change in route, delivery and or pick schedule;
  • perform other duties including shopping, dropping nd picking supplies, getting meals, and running errands. 
 
 
Handyman duties:
  • identify and report faults and/or repairs for maintenance and upkeep of building and furniture, as well as surrounding and general equipment of the provincial electoral office and conduct minor repairs where possible.
 
Requirements
  • The successful candidate must be in possession of a matric/N3 or junior certificate plus 3 years relevant working experience;
  • have basic knowledge of operational protocols and field of work;
  • good sense of direction;
  • knowledge and awareness of the province;
  • basic office administration skills;
  • ability to read maps;
  • knowledge and understanding of a GPS tracker;
  • good verbal and written communication skills;
  • good organizing skills and computer literacy;
  • the successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and must be prepared to travel extensively.
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More Information
Suitably qualified candidates must forward applications with the required documentation to:
Applications for Vacant Post/s in Free State 
Mr S Kgaile  
Fax:  086 2702 664  
HRFS@elections.org.za
 
CLOSING DATE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 25 MARCH 2020. 
 
Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered.
 
Please note
  • Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
  • Successful candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
  • Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
  • All applications must include:
    • a covering letter that clearly indicates the relevant reference number of the post and your employee number (permanent employees) as it appears on your salary advice;
    • a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae; and
    • certified copies of all qualification documents and identity documents.
  • Failure to attach the relevant reference number and to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
  • Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
  • All appointments are subject to a probation period of twelve months.
  • The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
  • The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.