Driver at Lions Sightfirst Eye Hospital

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in outreach programmes.
• Operate the assigned vehicle in a courteous manner.
• Have defensive driving training.
• Present a safety briefing to patients before each trip departure.
• Keep assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside.
• Maintain accurate trip sheets, transport forms, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchase, incident, accident, and vehicle condition records.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required.
• Fuel the assigned vehicle(s).
• Coordinate major and periodic vehicle maintenance with management and staff.
• Check tires, brakes, wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure the vehicle is roadworthy.
• Comply with traffic regulations and hospital safety procedures.
• Pick up and drop off staff at scheduled locations while keeping strict time schedules.
• Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
• Maintain order among patients during outreach trips to ensure safety.
• Prepare and submit reports on trips, mileage, fuel consumption, hours worked, and fares received.
• Be licensed to drive a bus; attach license.
• Be a proactive driver.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s License for cars, PSV and buses.
• Proven 5 years of experience as a driver, especially in professional settings.
• Familiarity with operating hospital vehicles such as transport vans.
• Knowledge of local roads, traffic laws, and regulations.
• Safe and defensive driving skills certificate
• Basic mechanical knowledge to handle minor vehicle repairs.
• Effective communication skills to interact with patients, staff, or clients.
• Ability to handle stressful or emergency situations calmly and professionally
• Free from substance abuse or conditions that may impair driving.
• Clean driving record.
• Flexibility for shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays