Deputy Director Transport and Mechanical Services at Uasin Gishu County Government

Requirements for Appointment:

• Degree in Mechanical ,transport planning management/ transport economics/ transport engineering/ business administration or any other related field.
• Knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than seven (7) years, three (3) of which must have been at senior management level in a public or private sector.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant legislation including the constitution of Kenya, County Government Act.
• Knowledge of the Mechanical Sector sector in Kenya and its standards.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implementing and assisting in the review of the transport safety policies, maintenance rules/regulations, motor transport standard operating procedures (SOPs);
• Analyzing the transport needs of the departments and making appropriate recommendations to address the needs;
• Conducting regular checks of all vehicles to ensure that they are in working conditions;
• Preparing and monitoring fleet schedules;
• Ensuring timely renewal of insurance covers for motor vehicles;
• Ensuring observance of road safety standards;
• Keeping proper inventory of all vehicles;
• Maintaining vehicle data on fuel fill ups, tire replacements, and fluid fill ups and maintenance schedules;
• Writing reports and documentation
• Provide technical advice on maintenance of vehicles, plant and machinery
• Supervising of mechanics, artisans and other junior staff
• Provide monthly and quarterly reports on maintenance services done on vehicles, plants and machineries.
• Provide technical advice to the management
• Any other duties assigned to by management