Chauffeur Vehicle Driver Opportunity at Eskom

Eskom is seeking a dedicated and professional Chauffeur Vehicle Driver to join its dynamic team. This role is crucial for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable transportation of employees and customers, contributing directly to the smooth operation of the organisation's daily activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing essential transport and messenger services, maintaining vehicle integrity, and upholding the highest standards of professionalism and safety. This position offers an opportunity to be an integral part of a national key point, supporting critical infrastructure and operations across South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide light and heavy vehicle transportation service for employees and customers.
• Provide a messenger service to employees.
• Provide a vehicle maintenance service.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.

Why Join Eskom

Joining Eskom means becoming part of a national institution that plays a vital role in South Africa's economy and development. As a Chauffeur Vehicle Driver, you will contribute to the operational efficiency of a large parastatal, ensuring that key personnel and resources are moved safely and punctually. Eskom is committed to fostering a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork. Employees benefit from a structured work environment, opportunities for skill development in areas like advanced driving techniques and customer service, and a commitment to health and safety. This role offers stability and the chance to work within a large, established organisation that values its employees and their contribution to national service.

Application Strategy (Exclusive)

• Highlight Corporate Driving Experience: Emphasise any previous experience specifically operating shuttle services or providing corporate transportation, detailing the types of vehicles driven and the responsibilities held.
• Showcase Safety and Compliance: Dedicate a section to your understanding and adherence to national road rules, vehicle maintenance protocols, and health and safety standards, providing examples where possible.
• Demonstrate Professionalism and Customer Care: Provide instances where you have successfully managed passenger expectations, maintained confidentiality, and delivered excellent customer service in a driving capacity.

Interview Preparation

Prepare for questions that assess your practical skills and professional conduct. Two likely interview questions for this role are:

• 'Describe a time you had to handle an unexpected vehicle breakdown or a difficult passenger. How did you resolve it while ensuring safety and minimal disruption?'
• 'How do you ensure vehicle safety and maintenance on a daily basis, and what steps do you take to prevent potential issues?'

You can practice answering these and other questions using the Xhosadev Interview Simulator.

How to Apply

Please apply using the Quick Apply button on this page.

* Salary is estimated based on market research and may not be accurate.

• Grade 12/NCV4/NSC3/N3 and languages/ Diploma/Certificate in the relevant function.
• Code 10 driver’s license.
• Public Driving Permit (PDP).
• 1 year experience operating a shuttle service.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, standards, processes, and systems.
• Knowledge of National road rules.
• First aid level one certification.
• Customer care skills.
• English literate with strong communication skills.