Responsibilities for the Drivers Job
Comply, observe the Kenyan Highway Code and organizations policies on driving at all times.
Ensure all vehicle maintenance services are carried out in accordance with set service schedules and checklist duly signed and completed.
Plan ahead to meet anticipated travel requirements. Fueling, pre-travel checks, travel docs, vehicle expenses, cross border docs and any other docs and persons traveling for packing instructions and timings.
Ensure copies of daily mileage logs, pen and clipboard are readily available in all vehicles assigned to, promptly collect used sheets to avoid loss or defacing.
Routinely check all assigned vehicles Licenses, Insurances and promptly advice the VMU Supervisor when renewals are due
Carry out duties of staff transport when assigned and ensure highest quality, courteous, efficient services and safe driving for all occupants.
Report immediately on route changes due to security, bad weather, road conditions or otherwise to the office and VMU Supervisor as the situations arises.
Take delivery of sub-contracted works carried out on organizations vehicles, inspecting and certifying conformity with requirements and expectations and advising the VMU Supervisor accordingly.
Being accountable for all spares, accessories etc. fitted in assigned vehicles during repairs at the workshop or field.
Fill vehicle performance reports at the end of each long trip and strictly follow up with liquidations of cash advances with finance.
Drivers Job Qualifications
Government Trade Test Grade 1 or Grade 2 with five years working experience in a similar position with a busy organization.
Knowledge and skills in vehicle maintenance and repairs
‘O’ Level education
Valid accident free driving license Class A, B, C, E with a minimum of four years long distance and off-road driving experience
