Summary
Date Posted: Friday, June 17, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary:
• Providing the operations/fleet Manager with all information and documents concerning fuel taken, both in Kampala and the field & ensuring that the fuel tank is not tampered with at any one time.

Detail Responsibilities:
• Performing the daily checks on the truck/bus assigned to him/her including, but not limited to, headlights, warning lights, type condition and pressure, fuel level, lubricants.
• Reporting any technical failure, missing items or damage on any of the Project trucks/ Buses to the Logistics Officer.
• Reporting to the operations/fleet Manager if any truck/ bus is due for service or needs fuel/lubricants.
• Ensuring the truck is properly cleaned during and after every mission and participating in the work to do so.
• Daily updating the truck/ bus logbook and ensuring that every journey is properly recorded.
• Handing over the updated truck logbook to the operations/fleet Manager for checking after every mission.
• Ensuring that fuel issued to their respective vehicles is properly used and controlled.
• Ensuring that all required documents are present and in good order (i.e. Copies of logbooks, road license, insurance, driver's license).
• Assisting the Operations/fleet Manager in the keeping of computerized records in the transport department as may be required.
• Ensuring the vehicle always has a correctly functioning fire extinguisher and a properly equipped first aid kit.
• Ensuring that he knows how to operate the fire extinguisher and what steps to take to offer first aid In the event of an accident.
• Always considering the safety of him/herself and his passengers and goods as a priority
• Making use of reliable information and sound judgment concerning safe routes and proper timing while on mission.
• Parking the truck at the warehouse compound upon arrival in Kampala, unless senior Project management has issued specific differing instructions.
• Ensuring that he/she respects traffic rules and regulations, and acts as a polite and well-behaved driver in regard to the other traffic and road users.

Job Qualifications:
• At least 3-5 years' working experience in similar position with some years spent in an NGO.
• Ability to drive long distances within and outside the country.
• Ability to read and write.
• Flexibility in working patterns and able to work for long hours, and away from duty station when the need arises.
• Acceptable communication skills with a patient character are an asset.
• Valid driving permit for classes for buses, trucks and trailers is a must.
• A valid PSV badge is a must for candidates interested in Bus driving.
• Experience in left hand drive is desirable. Knowledge of defensive driving is an added advantage.
Additional Skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. High level of honesty and Integrity Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Willingness to work in any part of the country

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

Job application procedure
Candidates meeting the required qualifications are encouraged to apply and attach both cover letter and resume on the link below: https://aird.hrmagic.co/careers/job?Id=ODIO 

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