Garden Route District Municipality vacancies

Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) is offering exciting driver training opportunities , Vacancies under its Skills Mecca initiative. With 140 Code C license jobs training slots available, unemployed youth across the Southern Cape and Little Karoo can gain vital skills to improve their job prospects. If you’re between the ages of 18 and 40 and reside within the Garden Route area, this is your chance to apply for one of the most impactful government training programmes in the region

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Job Responsibilities

In Garden Route vacancies District Municipality You’ll Learn

• Understand safe driving behavior and road safety awareness
• Apply effective driving techniques using the K53 system
• Operate a motor vehicle responsibly under controlled conditions
• Prepare for Code C licensing in accordance with national standards

Job Requirements

Who Can Apply? for Garden Route District Municipality

• Unemployed individuals aged 18 to 40
• Must have a minimum of Grade 11 (NQF Level 3) or equivalent
• Must reside within the Garden Route District (Hessequa, Mossel Bay, George, Knysna, Bitou, Oudtshoorn, or Kannaland)
• Must not already possess a Code C license

Documents Required

• Updated CV
• Certified South African ID copy (both sides of ID card)
• Certified copy of highest qualification

Note: Incomplete applications or missing documents will not be considered.

Benefits and Compensation

What’s in It for You?

• Free training to obtain a Code C driver’s license
• Increased chances of employment in District Municipality: Garden Route vacancies
• Practical exposure through a structured driving programme
• A strong foundation in road safety and vehicle handling
• Recognition as a qualified driver under national standards

This programme is part of GRDM’s effort to promote youth employment in South Africa by enhancing employability through skills development programmes.

Company Overview : Garden Route District Municipality

About Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM)

GRDM, headquartered in George, aims to create sustainable, integrated social and economic development across the Garden Route. Through initiatives like the Skills Mecca, GRDM supports local municipalities by addressing gaps in infrastructure, capacity building, and job creation.

This programme embodies GRDM’s commitment to equitable development and improved service delivery, especially through targeted government training programmes that empower communities.

Application Process

Important Dates & Contact

• Closing Date: 25 April 2025
• Notice Number: 37/2025
• For inquiries:
  • Reginald Salmons: 044 803 1363
  • Sisanda Sajini: 044 803 1450
    (Office hours only)

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Garden Route Skills Mecca platform:
🔗 https://skillsmecca.gardenroute.gov.za/
or use the shortlink:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/34unespk

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within two months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.