Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 24 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Job Purpose:
The Ambulance Driver will provide emergency Evacuation of road traffic accident emergencies and other general emergencies as otherwise instructed by the Emergency Medical Technician.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Be on standby to respond to emergencies as and when need be;
2. Actively provide support and assistance to technical staff during response;
3. Maintain vehicles clean and in good mechanical conditions in line with URCS policies;
4. Follow the right chain of command;
5. Maintain close range and respond to all radio communication from emergency response command centers 24/7;
6. Ensure the ambulance is secured and parked at duty station or safe environment when not in use;
7. Ensure that safe driving practices are adhered to including local driving codes and internally agreed standards;
8. Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring report, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses, mileage, at end of each month;
9. Guard against misuse of the vehicles like carrying passengers, carrying dead bodies, personal transport and other related abuse;
10. Ensure road traffic rules are adhered to including having valid driving licenses, speed management and use of ambulance sirens and others;
11. Coordinate with supply chain department to ensure timely fuel loading and servicing of the vehicle;
12. Oversee the safe travel of self and passengers aboard the vehicle;
13. Make correct entries into the Vehicle log book and ensure proper records;are kept of all the spare keys, repairs, equipment (e.g. radios, antennae, etc) and fuel intake and prepare and submit vehicle monitoring report, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses, mileage, at end of each month;
14. Report all vehicles and driving related incidents to URCS including minor and major accidents, vehicle performance and maintenance issues, etc;
15. Perform daily inspections for the assigned or any other vehicles and report to the supervisor accordingly;
16. Carry out any other duty assigned by your line manager.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Minimum qualifications, working experience and competencies:
Education Qualifications
1. Minimum Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent from an approved, recognized and reputable academic institution;
2. Valid Driving License (Classes DL, CM and B are desirable).

Working Experience
1. At least 5 years’ experience in driving preferably with a reputable organization
2. Proven experience driving 4x4 vehicles

Core Competencies
1. Innovation and creatively
2. Commitment to continuous learning
3. Communication
4. Technology awareness

Knowledge and Skills
1. Defensive driving skills
2. Good command of the English language (oral and written) is a must with ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
3. High level of integrity.
4. Planning strategically.
5. Proven integrity.
6. Good Interpersonal skills.
7. Good communication skills and respect for colleagues.
8. Ability to work under pressure.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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