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Operational Supervisor Driver and Senior Operational Supervisor Driver Vacancies – City of Cape Town

Department: Roads Infrastructure Management
Directorate: Urban Mobility
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 08 June 2026

Driver Supervisor Jobs at the City of Cape Town

The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the positions of Operational Supervisor Driver (T07) and Senior Operational Supervisor Driver (T08) within the Roads Infrastructure Management Department.

Successful candidates will be responsible for supervising maintenance teams, operating heavy-duty municipal vehicles, coordinating road and stormwater maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Position 1: Operational Supervisor Driver (T07)

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 9 or equivalent technical qualification.
• 1–2 years’ relevant experience.
• Valid Code EC or EC1 Driver’s Licence.
• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).

Position 2: Senior Operational Supervisor Driver (T08)

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 10 or equivalent technical qualification.
• Matric (Grade 12) will be advantageous.
• 3–5 years’ relevant experience.
• Previous experience as an Operational Supervisor Driver.
• Proven supervisory experience managing teams.
• Valid Code EC or EC1 Driver’s Licence.
• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

Operational Activities

• Performing maintenance-related tasks at depots and work sites.
• Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Completing internal documentation, including tally sheets, log sheets, progress reports, and vehicle checklists.
• Monitoring and controlling maintenance activities and operational processes.

Supervision and Team Management

• Supervising work teams and controlling daily operational activities.
• Allocating work and monitoring employee performance.
• Ensuring maintenance priorities and requirements are clearly communicated to operational teams.
• Monitoring progress and ensuring work is completed according to standards and schedules.

Road and Stormwater Maintenance

• Coordinating road infrastructure repairs and construction activities.
• Supervising stormwater drainage maintenance and repair work.
• Performing road-related installation, repair, and maintenance activities.

Vehicle Operation

Senior Operational Supervisor Driver

• Operating heavy and specialised vehicles, including:
  • Tip Trucks
  • Crane Trucks
  • Other specialised municipal vehicles

Operational Supervisor Driver

• Operating municipal vehicles during maintenance and infrastructure projects.
• Ensuring vehicle operations comply with approved procedures and safety standards.

Salary

Operational Supervisor Driver (T07)

Basic Salary: From R245,549 per annum

Senior Operational Supervisor Driver (T08)

Basic Salary: Up to R316,541 per annum

Skills and Competencies

Ideal candidates should possess:

• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Planning and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of road maintenance and infrastructure operations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong focus on safety and compliance.
• Administrative and record-keeping skills.

Why Join the City of Cape Town?

The City of Cape Town offers an opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and development of critical public infrastructure while working within one of South Africa’s leading metropolitan municipalities.

Recruitment Process

Applicants may be required to undergo:

• Criminal record checks.
• Security screening.
• Qualification verification.
• Personal verification processes.
• Lifestyle audits where applicable.

How to Apply

External Applicants

Apply online via the City of Cape Town Careers Portal.

Internal Employees

Apply through the SAP Employee Portal.

Applicants must ensure that certified copies of qualifications are available upon request.

Closing Date

08 June 2026

If you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.