Drivers at Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)

Ref: VA/8/12/2018

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 of the assigned vehicle –check oil level, water, coolant, battery and tyres.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle including arraigning it for repair using the prevailing procedure.
• Log official trips as per government procedure and policies including mileage, consumption and route.
• Ensure vehicle documents are current including display of insurance cover at all times observe traffic rules and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of passenger conversations /discussions.
• 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.

Qualifications

• KCSE certificate C plain or its KNEC accepted equivalent.
• Clean driving license free from any endorsement.
• Adequate knowledge of the Highway Code.
• Government Trade test III.
• Have knowledge of driving rules and conversant with road security code.
• Valid certificate of good conduct from Kenya Police.
• Passed suitability Drivers Grade test III.
• Basic knowledge in minor vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Capable of defensive driving.
• Defensive driver’s license from the Automobile Association of Kenya or a recognized institution.
• First aid certificate from a recognized institution.
• Minimum four years’ driving experience (Class BCE).
• Interpersonal and communication skills and
• Compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.