Job Description
Bus Driver – City of Ekurhuleni (Transport & Fleet Management)
Reference Number: TRFL19436
Department: Transport & Fleet Management Department
Location: City of Ekurhuleni, Gauteng
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 14 April 2026
Salary: R307,296 – R534,780 per annum (basic salary, plus benefits)
Job Overview
The City of Ekurhuleni is inviting applications for the position of Bus Driver within its Transport & Fleet Management Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating municipal buses on approved routes while ensuring passenger safety, compliance with regulations, and excellent public service.
This role is ideal for a responsible and service-driven driver with experience in passenger transport and a strong commitment to safety and professionalism.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 10
- Valid Code C, EC, or EC1 (Code 10 or Code 14) driver’s licence
- Valid PrDP
- Minimum 1 year experience as a bus or truck driver
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Driving municipal buses on approved routes safely and efficiently
- Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reporting defects
- Ensuring passengers pay correct fares and ticketing systems are functioning
- Completing trip journals and submitting them at the end of each shift
- Assisting passengers with information on routes, schedules, and fares
- Reporting route issues, delays, and accidents in line with procedures
- Maintaining order and discipline on the bus
- Providing courteous and professional service to passengers and the public
Key Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Customer service orientation
- High level of responsibility and safety awareness
- Ability to handle public interactions professionally
- Attention to detail in reporting and documentation
Additional Information
- Candidates may be required to provide proof of NQF levels for qualifications obtained
- If no feedback is received within six weeks after the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful
- The City of Ekurhuleni follows the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to make appointments accordingly
Industry Insight (Public Transport – South Africa)
Municipal bus driving roles like this offer stable income and long-term benefits, making them highly sought after. Unlike long-haul trucking, these roles focus more on passenger safety, customer service, and route discipline, which means even drivers with less experience (1+ year) have a good opportunity to enter the sector.
