Drivers at Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)

Job Description

Our success is built with the efforts of our employees and support of our management. Grounded in our core values; Integrity, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Innovation & Creativity, Professionalism, Corporate Social Responsibility. KEPHIS is committed to be the employer of choice. We always seek to identify, engage and retain best talent to take up variety of roles. KEPHIS provide the employees with opportunities for growth and development and reward those who are devoted to perform their best. 

Ref: VA/11/12/2017

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport authorized persons for official duties Drive the assigned vehicle ensuring the safety of passengers, vehicle and other road users for the transport of authorized persons
• Responsible for the day to day maintenance including cleanliness of the assigned vehicle. Log official trips as per government procedure and policies including mileage, consumption, route etc.
• Ensure vehicle documents are current including display of insurance cover at all times observe traffic rules and regulations
• Report accidents or incidents immediately to the supervisor and ensure that steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident.

Key Qualifications

• Possess a KCSE certificate C plain or its KNEC accepted equivalent.
• Possess a clean valid driving license classes BCE and free from any endorsement.
• Have knowledge of driving rules and conversant with road security code.
• Have a valid certificate of good conduct from Kenya Police renewable every two years.
• Passed suitability Drivers Grade Test III.
• Three (3) years relevant experience.
• Basic knowledge in minor vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Have adequate knowledge of the Highway Code.
• First aid and defensive driving training will be added an advantage.