Ampath Laboratories is currently recruiting for seven courier-related positions in different locations across South Africa. The opportunities include both standard Courier and Motorbike Courier roles, as well as a part-time position.

These roles may suit candidates with suitable driving experience who are reliable, safety-conscious and able to provide professional service while transporting laboratory items between facilities and clients.

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Vacancy Details

• Employer: Ampath Laboratories
• Industry: Healthcare and Medical Services
• Locations: Pretoria, Heidelberg, Kokstad, Port Shepstone and Komani (Queenstown)
• Number of vacancies: 7
• Salary: Market related
• Closing date: 9 September 2026 at 21:00
• Working hours: Up to 45 hours per week, depending on the position

Available Courier Positions

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What Does a Courier Do at Ampath?

The successful candidates will assist with the movement of laboratory-related items between different locations. Depending on the position, duties may include:

• Collecting and delivering medical specimens according to assigned schedules.
• Transporting laboratory reports, parcels and other materials.
• Ensuring deliveries reach the correct destination within the required timeframe.
• Following designated collection and delivery routes.
• Taking appropriate care when transporting medical specimens and other sensitive items.
• Communicating professionally with clients, healthcare facilities and colleagues.
• Following company procedures relating to safety, transportation and operations.
• Providing courteous customer service when representing Ampath.
• Maintaining punctuality and reliability.
• Working weekends or public holidays when required by the position.

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Requirements for Ampath Courier Jobs

The exact requirements can differ depending on the specific vacancy. Applicants should therefore check the details attached to their preferred reference number.

Generally, candidates may need:

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• A valid South African driver’s licence suitable for the position.
• A Code B driver’s licence for applicable standard Courier positions.
• Relevant driving experience.
• A valid motorcycle licence and suitable riding experience for Motorbike Courier positions.
• Good English reading, writing and communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices.
• The ability to work independently and responsibly.
• Good organisational and time-management abilities.
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays where required.

For example, the Heidelberg Courier position specifies approximately four years of general driving experience and a 45-hour, five-day working week. Requirements and schedules can vary between vacancies, particularly for the part-time role.

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Skills Employers May Look For

Applicants can strengthen their applications by demonstrating skills such as:

• Responsible driving
• Punctuality and reliability
• Communication
• Customer service
• Attention to detail
• Route planning
• Time management
• Following procedures
• Accountability
• Careful handling of sensitive items
• Ability to work in a busy environment

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Ampath Courier Interview Questions

If you are invited to an interview, it can help to prepare examples from your previous work experience. Questions may include:

1. Tell us about your previous driving or courier experience.
2. How do you make sure deliveries are completed safely and on time?
3. What would you do if unexpected traffic caused a delay?
4. How would you handle medical specimens during transportation?
5. How do you organise several collections and deliveries?
6. What do you do to maintain road safety?
7. Are you able to work weekends and public holidays when required?
8. How would you respond to a client who is unhappy because of a delayed collection?

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CV Tips for Courier Applicants

Before submitting your application, make sure your CV clearly shows your driver’s licence code, driving experience and relevant work history.

If you have worked as a courier, driver, messenger, delivery driver or in a similar role, highlight responsibilities such as:

• Collection and delivery services
• Route planning
• Customer service
• Vehicle inspections
• Record keeping
• Handling time-sensitive items
• Following delivery schedules

Applicants for Motorbike Courier positions should also clearly indicate their motorcycle licence and relevant riding or delivery experience.

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How to Apply

Interested applicants should review the specific Ampath vacancy associated with the reference number they want to apply for and confirm the requirements before submitting an application.

Closing date: 9 September 2026 at 21:00.

Important: Because there are seven separate vacancies, make sure you select the correct position, location and reference number when applying.

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