Gauteng Department of Health Mobile Driver – HAST Vacancies 2026 (X25 Posts)

Every detail below comes from the supplied vacancy information and the official Gauteng Provincial Government job page. The five geographic areas are listed without inventing an allocation of the 25 posts between them.

Opportunity detail	Verified / advertised information
Government employer	Gauteng Department of Health
Job title	Mobile Driver – HAST
Reference	REFS/057390
Directorate	HAST
Advertised posts	25 (one vacancy category)
Annual package	R170,226.00 per annum plus benefits (not a take-home amount)
Locations	Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Sedibeng and West Rand
Minimum education	Grade 10 or equivalent qualification
Experience	Two years of driving experience
Licence and permit	Valid Code 10 (C1)/(EB) driving licence and valid PrDP as worded in the vacancy; disability-related exception noted below
Public-service experience	One year of public-service driving experience is advantageous, not stated as compulsory
Working conditions	Must be prepared for shifts and public holidays; independent and team-based work
Other vehicle responsibilities	May need to drive a mobilization truck, subject to authorisation and suitability
Documents	Signed new Z83 form plus comprehensive updated CV at initial application stage
Closing date	20 November 2026; exact closing time not advertised on the job page
Application	Online only: GPG Professional Job Centre — REFS/057390

Important: Do not add an age limit, monthly net pay, guaranteed permanent appointment, shift allowance or allocation of posts per district: none of these is specified in the supplied notice.

The appeal of a public-service driver vacancy is understandable: it offers an advertised annual package with benefits and a defined transport-support role. Unlike many positions demanding tertiary qualifications, this one begins at Grade 10 — but the licence, PrDP and experience requirements remain substantial.

The costly mistake is seeing “Grade 10” and applying without checking the two online screening questions. If your experience or permit is missing, make a careful decision and do not misstate your records.

You cannot control how many people apply or whom the department shortlists. You can control whether the information you submit is accurate, complete and sent through the official channel.

The vacancy identifies the directorate as HAST, a term commonly used in South African health services for HIV, AIDS, sexually transmitted infections and tuberculosis programmes. The advertised job itself is transport and logistical support, not clinical diagnosis, nursing or medical treatment.

The duties include transporting patients, staff and documents; managing allocated government vehicles; completing required logbooks; and supporting health-service operations. Those duties should not be confused with qualification requirements for healthcare practitioners.

An applicant does not need to invent clinical skills to fit the position. Experience driving safely, following procedures, communicating professionally and protecting sensitive information is more directly relevant to the duties.

The employer specifies five areas. No number of posts per area appears in the listing, and it is not safe to assume that five positions are available in each area.

Advertised area	What applicants should know
Ekurhuleni	Named in the official job location field; exact facility or assignment not stated
Johannesburg	Named in the official job location field; exact facility or assignment not stated
Tshwane	Named in the official job location field; exact facility or assignment not stated
Sedibeng	Named in the official job location field; exact facility or assignment not stated
West Rand	Named in the official job location field; exact facility or assignment not stated

The vacancy does not identify the precise hospitals, clinics, depots, permanent bases, travel schedules or allocation of the 25 appointments. If the portal offers a geographic preference, follow its actual instructions; otherwise do not invent one on the form.

Yes, the advertised education threshold is Grade 10 or equivalent, but it is only one part of the profile. The position requires two years of driving experience and the stated driving documentation, with professional communication skills and willingness to work irregular hours.

• Education: Grade 10 or recognised equivalent.
• Driving experience: two years (the vacancy does not demand that both years were in the public service).
• Licence: the exact categories printed in the notice are Code 10 (C1)/(EB). Do not assume any different category qualifies without confirming with recruitment.
• PrDP: a valid Professional Driving Permit as stated.
• Advantage: a year of public-service driving experience, but not a blanket requirement.
• Work readiness: shift and public-holiday availability, teamwork, self-direction, and ability to work under pressure.

Where candidates have a disability, the employer explicitly states that a driver’s-licence exception will be granted where a licence is mandatory. See the dedicated section below; this does not establish an automatic exemption from every safety or job requirement.

The notice says two years’ driving experience, without listing an approved set of employers or industries. Relevant history might involve documented work as a delivery driver, company driver, shuttle driver or other authorised vehicle operator, but only the department can determine whether a specific applicant’s experience qualifies.

If you have genuine experience, list employer or client name, dates, vehicle types, trip responsibilities, logbook records, safety checks and supervisor contact details where accurate. Do not fabricate employment dates, documents or references.

Separate the compulsory two-year requirement from the advantageous one year in public service. A private-sector driving history should not automatically be described as ineligible merely because it was not government work.

The employer’s text says “Valid code 10 (C1)/ (EB) drivers’ license and valid PDP.” Its online criteria question also asks whether applicants hold the listed licence and permit.

The combination of licence labels can be confusing. Edupstairs is preserving the employer’s terminology instead of silently redefining it. Before applying, compare the categories actually printed on your licence card with the portal’s question and, if needed, contact the listed enquiry officials.

PrDP refers to a Professional Driving Permit. The vacancy says it must be valid; a licence alone does not establish that the permit condition has been met. Keep the document valid and available as required.

If you are eligible for the advert’s disability-related licence exception, follow the application and accommodation process rather than answering a screening question inaccurately.

The official vacancy page displays two criteria questions. This quick self-review repeats them in accessible language; it does not transmit answers to the employer.

Portal screening area	Check your evidence
Question 1	Do you have Grade 10 or equivalent and two years of driving experience?
Question 2	Do you hold the employer-specified valid Code 10 (C1)/(EB) licence and valid PrDP?

If you are uncertain about a licence category, disability accommodation or the kind of experience accepted, use the official recruitment enquiry contacts. Avoid paying intermediaries to “fix” an eligibility screen.

The role requires carrying out authorised transportation trips involving patients, staff, documentation and other operational requirements between destinations.

• Plan and execute assigned authorised trips and follow supervisor instructions.
• Transport patients and staff respectfully, while following applicable employer procedures.
• Handle official documents and sensitive information professionally and securely.
• Follow government transport policies and vehicle-use controls.
• Support prompt responses to legitimate transport enquiries.

The job includes people-facing responsibilities. Reliable attendance, clear communication and professional conduct matter alongside technical driving skills.

The advert expressly identifies checking oil, fuel, water and tyres before driving. A candidate should also understand the importance of reporting unsafe conditions and following fleet safety procedures; broader maintenance steps here are preparation guidance, not extra employer requirements.

1. Inspect the assigned vehicle and confirm the basic roadworthy condition within your authorised scope.
2. Check the oil, fuel, water and tyres as instructed by the vacancy.
3. Report any defects or accidents to your supervisor or manager immediately.
4. Do not attempt unauthorised repairs or conceal a safety problem.
5. Maintain clear and truthful vehicle records and logbooks.

Example scenario: You discover a tyre defect before a patient transport trip. A safe approach is to report the fault and follow instructions for arranging a roadworthy vehicle — not to drive an unsafe vehicle simply to meet a schedule.

The department expects proper handling and safekeeping of government vehicles and accessories. It mentions fleet policies, logbooks, cleanliness, maintenance records and timely defect reports.

• Complete required vehicle and goods-handling records accurately.
• Record authorised trips and relevant information in prescribed logbooks.
• Keep allocated vehicles clean and tidy.
• Protect keys, equipment and government fleet accessories.
• Escalate suspected damage, defects or unauthorised use through the correct channels.

A convincing interview answer should describe what you actually did in prior jobs, such as maintaining trip sheets or reporting a safety concern, not merely saying that you are “hard-working”.

The notice says the successful candidate must also be able to drive a mobilization truck. It does not specify the exact make, truck mass, licence class beyond the listed licence wording or specialised training for that vehicle.

Do not assume it is a light vehicle; do not claim experience driving a particular truck model if you have none. Applicants should confirm the relevant vehicle specification and authorisation requirements with the department where necessary.

Preparing to explain vehicle safety, road rules, pre-trip inspections, responsible passenger transport and different vehicle handling conditions may be useful. The department may conduct a skills or knowledge assessment where applicable.

The job requires willingness to work shifts and public holidays, to work under pressure, and to work both independently and with colleagues. It also demands good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Consider whether your transport arrangements are realistic for the relevant Gauteng service area.
• Consider how you will manage early or late shifts where required.
• Be prepared to follow safe-driving procedures even when passengers or co-workers are under pressure.
• Use professional communication to report delays, vehicle defects and other operational concerns.

The employer does not publish a shift roster, overtime rate or overtime guarantee in this advertisement.

The official detail page and supplied vacancy text state an annual package of R170,226.00 plus benefits. The advertisement does not provide the applicant’s net take-home pay, deductions, medical aid arrangement, pension contributions or allowances.

Benefits and eventual appointment terms must be confirmed during the employer’s formal recruitment process. Do not treat the annual package as a guarantee of monthly cash received or as proof of a permanent appointment if the advert does not specify that classification.

Consider the possible commuting costs associated with working in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Sedibeng or the West Rand. The exact assigned service area has not been specified for individual applicants.

The Department of Health states that all applications must be submitted through the Gauteng Provincial Government Professional Job Centre. This specific vacancy does not accept applications by email, fax or hand delivery.

Open the official Mobile Driver – HAST vacancy, REFS/057390 and use the sign-in or online application process provided there. You may also navigate from the Gauteng government recruitment homepage.

For help with using the online application platform, the employer supplies healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. This is an assistance contact, not an address for submitting a job application.

The application portal may require creating a profile, completing fields, responding to screening questions and submitting attachments. Follow the live portal instructions instead of assuming each screen looks exactly the same for every applicant.

1. Open the official job page and confirm title MOBILE DRIVER – HAST, reference REFS/057390 and closing date 20 November 2026.
2. Create or access your own candidate account in the Gauteng Professional Job Centre, following current portal prompts.
3. Read the two criteria questions carefully. Do not guess about the driving experience, licence or PrDP.
4. Complete the new Z83 application form with truthful information and the correct reference number; sign it as required.
5. Prepare a recent detailed CV accurately showing relevant driving experience, vehicle responsibilities and contactable references.
6. Upload or complete the requested documents and check that the Z83 and CV are legible and attached correctly.
7. Review every field and submit before the published date; the employer does not specify a precise closing hour.
8. Save an acknowledgement if the system provides one, and retain your own copies safely.

Use the guided Edupstairs Z83 Assistant and ATS CV Assistant to prepare draft documents. These tools do not submit applications on your behalf.

The employer requires a fully completed and signed new Z83 form and warns that applications without the form and comprehensive CV will be disqualified.

For this application, enter the advertised title MOBILE DRIVER – HAST, the employer Gauteng Department of Health and the reference REFS/057390 where requested. Complete the remaining declarations honestly; never allow anyone else to answer sensitive questions for you.

The Edupstairs Z83 Assistant can guide applicants through the official form and generate a PDF for review. Review the output and complete all required signatures and dates yourself. The DPSA official forms and documents page is another official reference.

The employer’s instructions govern submission. If the portal requests uploads in particular formats or file sizes, follow the current portal requirements.

An effective CV for this vacancy should make your relevant experience easy to find. An applicant may have years of responsible driving work but omit the exact vehicle types, employment dates or practical safety responsibilities that a recruiter needs to assess.

CV section	What to include
Profile summary	Experienced driver with documented transport work, safety awareness and professional client service — include only accurate claims.
Licence and PrDP	State the exact licence categories printed on your card and valid permit status.
Driving history	List employers, dates, duties, vehicle types and examples of safe operations.
Government fleet knowledge	Mention only if genuinely acquired; the advert describes this as relevant role knowledge.
Safety and documentation	Examples of pre-trip checks, defect reporting, logbooks, route records and safe transport.
Communication	Examples involving clients, patients, supervisors or other stakeholders.
Education	Grade 10 or equivalent, plus any other truthful and relevant qualifications.

Try the Edupstairs ATS CV and Cover Letter Assistant to draft and review an application CV. Never let an AI tool manufacture a licence, PrDP, grade result or work reference.

The official notice distinguishes initial application records from documents requested when shortlisted. This matters: candidates who misunderstand the stages may waste time or upload unnecessary personal records.

When	Documents and action
At initial application	Fully completed and signed new Z83 plus recently updated comprehensive CV.
At shortlisting / interview	Certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents, not older than six months, when requested by HR.
Foreign qualifications	SAQA evaluation certificate required where relevant; applicant is responsible for evaluation.
Licence and PrDP	Must meet the vacancy requirements; be ready to provide evidence and keep credentials valid.
Additional details	Follow any current online portal attachment prompts and HR requests.

Do not email your application package to the technical-help address. Protect your ID and document copies from unauthorised recruiters.

The advertisement states: “Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities.” It also encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply.

This is an employer-stated recruitment rule. It does not tell us how each case is evaluated, whether other transport requirements are adjusted, or what reasonable accommodations will apply. If this condition is relevant, contact the employer through the official recruitment channels for guidance.

Do not let a generic third-party eligibility quiz override the employer’s disability-related provision, and do not misrepresent your licence or PrDP details.

The department says correspondence is limited to shortlisted candidates. It may conduct personnel-suitability checks covering criminal records, citizenship, credit, qualifications and employment history, and may require skills or knowledge testing where applicable.

The recommended candidate may undergo medical surveillance under relevant occupational health and safety rules. Shortlisted candidates can be asked to submit certified qualifications and documents at the interview stage, within the specified six-month certification period.

The employer also states that applicants not contacted within three months of the closing date should regard the application as unsuccessful. This is not a promise of a specific interview timetable or appointment date.

These scenarios are Edupstairs training examples, not official Gauteng Department of Health test questions.

1. Tyre defect: On pre-trip inspection you notice visible damage. Report the vehicle as potentially unsafe and follow supervisor or fleet safety procedures.
2. Missing logbook entry: You realise a previous trip was not recorded. Correct the record accurately through the applicable fleet process rather than inventing details.
3. Urgent passenger request: A person presses you to ignore a safety rule to save time. Stay calm, explain the obligation to follow safe procedures, and escalate as necessary.

To explore interview practice beyond these examples, read the Edupstairs Interview Questions & Answers resources.

• Applying because you have Grade 10 but overlooking the two years of driving experience.
• Assuming an ordinary driver’s licence is equivalent to the required valid PrDP.
• Guessing about the advert’s specific Code 10 (C1)/(EB) wording instead of clarifying an uncertainty.
• Using an old Z83, leaving the new form unsigned or entering the wrong reference number.
• Uploading a one-line CV that omits verifiable experience and vehicle responsibilities.
• Sending documents by email or WhatsApp when the employer accepts online submissions only.
• Waiting until the closing date and encountering an unavailable recruitment portal.
• Paying a person who claims to guarantee shortlisting, appointment or a government job.

If you encounter a suspicious advert, use the Edupstairs Recruitment Scam Detector as an initial check and then verify directly with Gauteng government.

The vacancy requires Grade 10 or equivalent as its minimum educational level. A university degree or TVET diploma is not compulsory for these driver posts. These links are optional career-planning tools, not extra requirements.

• Explore public TVET Colleges and vocational programmes if you want future qualifications in transport, administration, technical or related skills.
• Explore South African public universities for longer-term fields such as logistics, operations, public administration or health-service management.
• Investigate QCTO-accredited skills providers before enrolling or paying for an occupational training programme.

A training course advertised online does not automatically give you a driver’s licence, PrDP or job. Verify entry rules, provider status and qualifications with the appropriate authorities.

A driving-support role can be part of a wider career path, but experience in one role does not automatically qualify you for another. Research possible occupational routes through Edupstairs:

• Careers & Qualifications Explorer — learn how transport, logistics, fleet administration and other occupations connect to recognised qualifications.
• Career Discovery assessment — consider your interests, work preferences and possible alternatives.
• National Skills Intelligence Explorer — read source-labelled occupational research and skills-priority information.
• SETA Platform — investigate genuine occupational training, learnerships and skills programmes.
• Youth Employment Eligibility Checker — identify broader pathways, without treating it as an official Gauteng Department of Health eligibility decision.

These tools do not verify current driver vacancies or promise a future appointment; always use official employer notices.

The following are separate Edupstairs articles with their own criteria and deadlines. Some are internships or training programmes, while others are employment vacancies; do not assume they accept Grade 10 or use the Gauteng Professional Job Centre.

• Department of Correctional Services Various Vacancies 2027 — DCS professional and parole-board roles; closes 16 November 2026 at 15:45; different qualifications.
• SAPS Police Trainee Recruitment 2026/2027 — Separately advertised 5,500 trainee posts; closes 13 November 2026; separate selection requirements.
• DMPR Graduate Internship Programme 2027 — 20 graduate posts; closes 20 November 2026; graduate qualifications required.
• DMPR Learner Inspector Programme 2026–2029 — Two engineering-related learner inspector places; closes 20 November 2026.
• DPSA Circular 37 of 2026: Grade 10, Matric & TVET Jobs — Browse entry-level government vacancy examples; verify each individual closing date.
• DPSA Circular 35 of 2026: Entry-Level Government Jobs — Earlier circular guide covering public-service roles; many deadlines may have passed.
• DPSA Circular 34 of 2026: Grade 10, 12 & TVET Jobs — Public-service grade-entry guide; check status of every linked vacancy.
• Traffic Warden Learnership Programme 2026 — X25 Posts — Earlier Emalahleni municipal recruitment; published deadline 5 November 2026 (passed).
• Correctional Services Careers 2027: How to Become a Correctional Officer — Evergreen career guide; not an open 2027 entry-level learnership.

For a searchable government-vacancy database, use the Edupstairs DPSA Entry-Level Jobs Explorer. Check each post’s current deadline and verify with its department before applying.

Government application tools: Z83 Assistant, Create an ATS CV, Government Entry-Level Jobs, Scam Detector, Ask Edupstairs AI.

Education and qualifications: University Explorer, TVET College Explorer, Careers & Qualifications Explorer, QCTO Accredited Providers, SETA Platform.

Career direction and skills: Career Discovery, National Skills Intelligence Explorer, Youth Employment Eligibility Checker, SAPS / Metro / Traffic / DCS Eligibility Checker. The public-safety checker is for those other career pathways, not a formal eligibility test for this HAST driver vacancy.

Community and other opportunities: Edupstairs Community, Company Entry-Level Jobs, Interview Preparation Resources.

Only the official Gauteng Department of Health advertisement establishes eligibility and application instructions for REFS/057390.

Before you submit, check the 20 November 2026 deadline, the correct reference and the online portal requirements. Where the employer does not publish a precise closing hour, submit as early as practicable instead of assuming the system remains available until midnight.

1. Check Grade 10 or equivalent education and honestly document two years of driving experience.
2. Review the licence and PrDP requirements and seek official clarification where needed.
3. Prepare and sign your new Z83 with reference REFS/057390.
4. Update your detailed CV to show real driving duties, safety practice and dates.
5. Upload required records through the official government portal and submit.
6. Save any acknowledgment and continue to monitor other legitimate government vacancies.

A job opportunity is not wasted simply because you discover that you do not qualify. Knowing the real requirements protects your time and helps you identify the next credential or experience you need. Do not pay anyone for guaranteed employment.

The vacancy details in this guide were checked against Gauteng Provincial Government — Mobile Driver – HAST, REFS/057390 on 9 November 2026, alongside the vacancy information supplied for publication. These details include the 25 posts, Grade 10, driving experience, licence/PrDP wording, annual package, locations, duties, online Z83/CV process, disability exception and 20 November deadline.

This article is published independently by Edupstairs, a South African career and education information service. Edupstairs is not the Gauteng Department of Health, does not recruit, assess, receive or shortlist applicants, and cannot guarantee employment or appointment.

The self-checks, scenarios, CV-writing examples and career-pathway suggestions are Edupstairs educational content, not official employer assessment instruments or additional vacancy eligibility criteria.

The prior DLRRD internship PDF in the conversation concerns a different department and recruitment programme; no internship listings from that unrelated attachment have been inserted into this driver-employment notice.

Do not rely on forwarded PDFs, payment requests or unauthorised recruitment agents. Verify the application route and status through the Gauteng Professional Job Centre.