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Faircape Group is a diversified company based in the Western Cape, South Africa, primarily focused on property, healthcare, and infrastructure services.
The Faircape Group is a diversified company based in the Western Cape, South Africa, specializing in retirement living, healthcare, property management, and infrastructure services. Founded in 1984, it is a leading developer and manager of premium property in the region. Develops and manages six luxury retirement villages across the Western Cape, offering homes on a life rights basis with state-of-the-art facilities like clubhouses, gyms, and swimming pools. The company culture is built on values of excellence, integrity, and sustainability, with a motto to “Do the Right Thing” in all business practices.
Job Description
- The Faircape Group seeks an experienced and licensed Driver (Temporary basis) for our facility Heritage Manor in Somerset West.
- The Driver will be responsible for transporting residents and/or staff and represent the company in a professional manner at all times.
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
Transporting Residents
- Transporting staff by bus between designated parking points and the estate
- Driving for the village and transporting residents on trips
- Be available on an ad hoc basis for resident trips after hours and over weekends
Safekeeping of Company Vehicle
- Do daily checks on the vehicle to ensure it is clean, tyres are in good order, enough oil, and no scratches and dents. Report any anomalies to the manager
- Abide by all traffic laws when driving the vehicle
- Take care of the vehicle whilst driving and parking
- Park golf cart/bus in the allocated parking bay when not in use and when on breaks
Administration and Reporting
- Assist Client Services Officer with sorting of newspapers and other post (notices) to be put in the post boxes
- Complete driving logs and other reports as requested by the manager
Experience:
- Relevant driving experience with passengers in the tourism industry or retirement village is preferable
- Previous experience driving a 23-seater passenger bus
Skills and Knowledge:
- Good communication skills
- Fluent in English
- Safety orientated
- Customer services skills
Attributes:
- Professional; presentable
- Courteous
- Loyal and diligent
- Patience and the ability to work with the elderly
Specific Requirements:
- Code 10 with valid PDP – non-negotiable
- Clear driving record
- No criminal record
- Solid and positive references
