Driver at Migori County Public Service Board

REF/MCPSB/334/2022

Job Summary

The overall function of this position involve driving the assigned vehicle; carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical, tyre pressure and brake systems, etc.; detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems; maintenance of work ticket(s) for vehicle assigned; safe keeping of maintenance records; ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road; overseeing safety of the passengers and/or goods therein a well as other road users; and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle and ensuring proper, authorized and efficient use of the vehicle within the legal requirements of the Government.

Roles and responsibilities

• Drive assigned motor vehicle as authorized
• Maintain defensive driving and operate assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
• Always carry only authorized passengers and goods
• Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route of service
• Present safety briefing to passengers prior to each trip departure
• Keep the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets (work ticket), vehicle maintenance, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records
• Fuel assigned vehicle and perform minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required.
• Coordinate the schedule for vehicle maintenance with staff to minimize service interruptions.
• Ensuring security and safety of assigned vehicle on and off the road
• Always observe traffic laws and highway code
• Ensure that the road license, inspection stickers, insurance certificate and any other mandatory documents of the vehicle(s) allocated is up to date.

Required qualification

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plus or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• A valid driving licence.
• At least five years’ experience in driving 4 X 4 vehicles in different terrains and being conversant with vehicle systems such as winches and other vehicle accessories
• Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week in recognized training Institution
• Passed suitability Test for Driver Grade III
• Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
• A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police
• Demonstrated outstanding professional competence in work performance and results.
• A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicles(s) an officer is required to drive
• Any training in vehicle mechanics will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of basic computer packages
• Ability to communicate fluently in both English and Kiswahili