Employer: Chobe District Council
Vacancy Circular: No. 8 of 2026
Reference Number: CHDC 3/6/1 VII (52)
Location: Chobe District Council, Kasane
Country: Botswana
Position Type: Permanent
Salary Scale: B4 – P54,612.00 to P62,304.00 per annum
Leave: 20 working days per annum
Job Overview
Chobe District Council invites applications from suitably qualified Botswana citizens for the position of Driver II (B4 Salary Scale). The successful candidate will be responsible for driving heavy-duty council vehicles, ensuring safe transportation, performing routine vehicle maintenance, and supporting council operations through efficient and compliant driving services.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum qualification: PSLE (Standard 7)
- Valid Heavy Duty Driver’s Licence (Class C)
- Minimum two (2) years’ driving experience
- Valid PRDP – Goods
- Botswana citizenship
- Physically fit and medically suitable for driving duties
Experience
- Direct entry considered
Benefits
- Optional Medical Aid Scheme
- Government contribution: 80%
- Employee contribution: 20%
- Compulsory Pension Fund
- Government contribution: 15%
- Employee contribution: 5%
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Drive heavy-duty vehicles exceeding 3,500 kg (non-articulated) and up to 16,000 kg including trailer
- Drive council vehicles on official duties and trips
- Supervise one or more vehicle attendants
- Act as driver-in-charge when assigned to multiple vehicles
- Perform routine vehicle maintenance including tyre changes, washing, fuel checks, oil and water level inspections
- Ensure tyres are inflated to correct pressure
- Ensure validity of vehicle registration and insurance discs
- Report mechanical faults, accidents, or damages promptly
- Carry out any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Key Competencies Required
- Ability to work well with people
- Adherence to principles and council values
- Ability to follow instructions and procedures
- Ability to deliver results and meet expectations
- Ability to cope with pressure and setbacks