Job Description
Chief Driver (MCPSB/04/2023/121) JG - H
Machakos, Kenya
Terms of Service: 3-Years Contract
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -
(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 have;
(i) Ten (10) years of driving experience
(ii) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
(iii) passed Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers;
(iv) a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) the officer is required to drive;
(v) Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
(vi) 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;
(vii) a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
(viii) 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;