The Planning & Development Board, Government of the Punjab invites applications from qualified candidates across Punjab for thirty (30) posts of Drivers (PPS-03) under the project titled "Enhancing Institutional Effectiveness of Planning & Development Board" in Lahore.
Role Overview and Operational Duties
Drivers are responsible for operating official vehicles safely and courteously to transport officers, project staff, and visiting dignitaries across official assignments and field monitoring visits throughout Punjab. Key responsibilities include regular vehicle inspection, monitoring fluid levels, tyre pressure, and fuel consumption, maintaining log books accurately, ensuring vehicle cleanliness, and observing all traffic and road safety regulations.
Candidate Profile and Driving License Requirements
Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Certificate (Matriculation) in second division from a recognized Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education. Applicants must hold either a valid Light Transport Vehicle (LTV) driving license with a minimum of five years of driving experience, or a valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) driving license with at least two years of driving experience. Candidates must possess good physical health and clear eyesight. The prescribed age bracket is 25 to 35 years as of the closing date.
Nature of Appointment and Terms
The posts are offered purely on a contract basis under Project Pay Scale (PPS-03) for the duration of the project. Contract employment will not confer any entitlement to regular appointment, pension, or seniority in government service.
How to Apply (Hard Copy Submission Required)
Unlike other positions, candidates applying for the post of Driver must submit a hard copy of their application along with attested copies of educational certificates, driving license, experience certificates, CNIC, domicile, and recent passport-size photographs to the office of Section Officer (General), Government of the Punjab, Planning & Development (P&D) Board, Lahore on or before October 19, 2026.
Important Instructions
Applications received after the due date or without required documents will be rejected. Driving skill tests and interviews will be conducted only for eligible candidates. Candidates must bring their original driving license, educational credentials, and CNIC on the test/interview date. No TA/DA will be admissible.