Established in 1998 by Professor Ian Sanne, the Clinical HIV Research Unit (Wits CHRU) operates under the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS). Today, it functions as an HIV/AIDS, TB, and Cervical Cancer research entity within the Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited (WHC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of WITS.
Description:
Primary Job Objective:
To deliver a dependable and courteous transportation service to participants, act as a communication link between participants and staff, and manage and maintain assigned vehicles.
Location:
Helen Joseph Hospital, Westdene, Johannesburg.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with management for daily transport schedules.
- Safely transport patients to and from destinations.
- Transport staff for home visits.
- Securely collect and deliver documents and/or goods.
- Assist with ad hoc administrative and maintenance tasks assigned by management.
- Fulfill general driving requirements for the site as authorized by management.
- Maintain study documentation per monitoring requirements.
- Complete the vehicle logbook before and after each trip.
- Ensure the vehicle is clean and in roadworthy condition.
- Monitor mileage intervals and notify the admin manager as per service intervals.
- Park company vehicles in the main security area during weekends and holidays.
- Adhere to vehicle policy, driver policy, and road law enforcement regulations.
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks, demonstrating effective self-management.
- Ensure consistent and accurate maintenance of quality and productivity standards.
- Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback.
- Take ownership of career development through participation in ongoing training and development activities.
Minimum Education and Training Requirements:
- Matric/Grade 12
- Valid South African Driver’s License and Professional Drivers Permit (PDP)
Minimum Work Experience and Abilities:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a Driver role
- Ability to maintain accurate records
- Knowledge of Gauteng areas
Desirable Additional Qualifications, Work Experience, and Personal Abilities:
- Sober habits
- Willingness to work overtime
- Ability to work independently
- Punctuality
- Good time management skills
- Professional and positive disposition
- Proficiency in English and other African languages (verbal and written)
- Customer-oriented and tactful
- Self-motivated with a high record for work ethic, values, and integrity
Application Instructions:
If you meet the minimum requirements mentioned above, please submit a detailed updated CV online. Non-adherence to the criteria will result in the application not being considered.
Closing Date:
January 19, 2024
Important Notes:
- AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.
- WHC, in line with Employment Equity goals, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups.
- AJ Personnel is responsible for advertising on behalf of Wits Health Consortium.
- Only shortlisted candidates will receive a response from Wits Health Consortium.
- Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted within two weeks of the closing date. AJ Personnel does not have a salary or other position-related information.
