Job Description
Position: Driver (1 Position) K MR 8 Vacancy No. FN-003-04-2022
Reports to: Administrator
Location: Nairobi
Duration: 1 Year Renewable Contract as per KEMRI Scheme of Service. The first 3 months is a probation period
Qualifications:
- O-Level School Certificate.
- Valid Driving License class BCE
- Certificate of Defensive Driving Course will be added advantage.
- Basic Automotive Mechanical skills and sound knowledge about vehicles.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Safely drive the vehicle as assigned
- Ensure compliance to the road Traffic Act
- Carry out daily routine checks on the vehicle before driving out.
- Ensure maximum security of vehicle and its accessories.
- Ensure safety of passengers and cargo.
- Monitor condition and performance of vehicle and promptly report to the administrator.
- Carry out minor repairs and adjustments on the vehicle, and maintain their cleanliness.
- Take vehicle for servicing and repairs as directed.
- Maintain a record of movements for the vehicle assigned to him.
- Submit reports on vehicle movements and mechanical conditions as requested
- Report any accidents experienced to the administrator immediately.
- Offer transport to study visitors.
- Transport staff members to various locations as and when required
- Assist in purchase and delivery of study supplies as needed
Experience
- At least Three years proven experience as a driver on highways
Desirable Qualities
Must be a good communicator, good listener, patient, proactive and can follow instructions.
- Good eye sight, neat and good interpersonal skills
- Good knowledge of the local community and traffic