Job Description
Chief Driver (MCPSB/03/2023/101) - JG - H
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Duties and Responsibilities
i.) driving the assigned vehicle
ii.) carrying out routine checks on the vehicle's cooling, oil, electrical, tyre pressure
and brake systems, etc.
iii.) detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems; maintenance of
work ticket(s) for vehicle(s) assigned
iv.) ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road
v.) overseeing safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and
vi.) maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle(s)
vii.) In addition, the officer may be required to supervise and guide staff in a small
transport unit.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must;
i.) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or its equivalent
qualification from a recognized Institution;
ii.) passed Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers;
iii.) a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of
vehicle(s) the officer is required to drive;
iv.) Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or
its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
v.) attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within
every three (3) years at Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology
(KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
vi.) a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;vii.) attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St.
John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT)
or any other recognized Institution;