Driver II at The Kenya BioVax Institute

Job Purpose:

Provide safe and timely transportation of staff and equipment for the Institute’s effective service delivery.

Requirements:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D+ or its equivalent.
• Valid driving license free from any current endorsements for any of the classes of vehicles which the officer is required to drive;
• Passed Occupational Trade Test for Drivers Grade I from Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
• Defensive Driving certificate from Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Passed the Suitability Test for Drivers Grade I from Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
• First-Aid Refresher Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution; and
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police Service.

Job Specification

Key Competencies and skills

• Time management skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Effective communication skills;
• Ability to work under minimal supervision;
• Team player;
• Client service support and public relations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive the motor vehicle as authorized;
• Carry out routine checks on the vehicles cooling oil, brake systems, tyre pressure etc.;
• Detect malfunctioning of vehicles system;
• maintain the work tickets for vehicles assigned;
• Ensure security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;
• Oversee safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and
• Maintain cleanliness of the motor vehicle.