Driver at Management University Of Africa

JOB PURPOSE

The incumbent will safely, timely and legally operate University vehicles while driving to and from a designated destination. Provide transportation services for the Chief Executive Officer, University employees, students, and visitors including special events and park-and-ride operations, ensuring transportation system and passenger safety.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Comply with and observe the Kenyan Highway Code and organization policies among other Kenyan Traffic Rules and regulations while driving at all times.
•  Carry out duties of staff transport when assigned and ensure the highest quality of service, courteous, efficient services, and safe driving for all occupants.
•  Plan ahead to meet anticipated travel requirements. Fuelling, pre-travel checks, travel docs, vehicle expenses, and any other documents and persons traveling for packing instructions and timings.
•  Recognizing and reporting mechanical defaults of the vehicles
•  Monitoring and reporting the expiry of insurance policies for the University vehicles
•  Maintain cleanliness of the University vehicles.
•  Preparing and submitting reports on transport
•  Ensuring no unauthorized goods/persons are transported in University vehicles.
•  Ensure the paramount safety of motor vehicles and official items at all times.
•  Adhering to assigned routes and following time schedules
•  Provide transportation for employees and students to various destinations
• Determine when and what kind of maintenance the vehicle needs, keep track of general maintenance.
•  Ensure sound running of the vehicles assigned and arrange minor repairs where necessary.
•  Check oil and tyres properly and keep the service vehicles in clean condition, both inside and outside
•  Update monthly mileage records
•  Support Administration Section as a messenger by assisting with the mail deliveries, both incoming and outgoing
•  Perform any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

•  Minimum O’ Level (Form 4) certificate.
•  Valid accident-free driving license Class B, C, E
•  Must be computer proficient, especially in MS Word, Ms. Excel, Internet usage etc.
•  Valid defensive driving certificate
•  5 years’ experience working as a bus driver, experience in a corporate environment will be an added advantage.
•  Good communication and interpersonal skills
•  Records maintenance skills.
•  Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
•  Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.
•  Ability to safely and efficiently operate a loaded passenger bus.