Driver at Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (PSASB)

ASB 9 REF:PSASB/6/2023

Job Purpose

The position is responsible for timely, efficient and safe transportation of authorized persons, conveyance and delivery of effects and goods, maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s) in a clean and mechanically sound condition and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Drive Board’s motor vehicle as authorized; 
• Carry out checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyres pressure and other related routine checks; 
• Detect and report malfunctioning of vehicle systems; 
• Maintain work tickets for vehicles assigned; 
• Maintain services and fueling schedules for allocated motor vehicles;
• Ensure security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road;
• Ensure safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; 
• Adhere to traffic highway code and safety precautions in order to avoid accidents and violations;
• Prepare quarterly report on the assigned vehicle including servicing, incidences / accidences, fuel consumption and repairs;
• Report any accidents and incidents related to the allocated vehicles; and 
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle.

Academic Qualification 

• Minimum of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D (Plain) or its equivalent;

professional Qualification

• Valid driving license for the classes authorized to drive;
• Passed Occupational Trade Test grade II for Drivers;
• Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
• Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution; and 

Other requirements 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills; 

Relevant work Experience 

• Driving experience of a minimum period of six (6) years;

Deadline: 28th August, 2023 at 5.00pm.