Tractor Operator/ Driver at Food and Agriculture Organization

Technical Focus

• Operation and maintenance of agricultural machinery and equipment, agricultural mechanization, field logistics and transportation management, equipment safety, and operational record-keeping to support efficient agricultural field operations and successful project implementation.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Operate tractors and related agricultural machinery for FAO field operations, like land preparation, harvesting, and post-harvest activities
• Execute agricultural mechanization activities in support of FAO projects and field demonstrations
• Ensure optimal performance of tractor operations across different terrain types, soil conditions, and crop systems
• Conduct daily pre-operation inspections of assigned tractor and implements to ensure safe working conditions
• Report equipment defects, damages, or mechanical issues promptly to supervisors
• Ensure assigned tractor and implements are always clean, serviced, and maintained according to manufacturer specifications
• Provide transportation and assist in loading, securing, and transporting agricultural inputs, equipment, and materials
• Support field missions by ensuring reliable transportation and equipment availability, and on a need basis 
• Drive FAO vehicles when assigned
• Maintain accurate daily operation logs, including hours worked, fuel consumption, and activities performed
• Collect and submit invoices, receipts, and service records to Nairobi office as required
• Prepare monthly reports on equipment status, maintenance activities, and operational challenges
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols during tractor and equipment operation
• Implement emergency procedures and safety protocols in case of accidents or security incidents
• Support project implementation activities as assigned and perform any other related duties as may be assigned by supervisor
• Drive and operate FAO tractor in line with Kenya Traffic Acts Cap 403 and UN MOSS requirement
• Report any repairs/damages and service requests on time
• Maintain tractor Log for tractor assigned
• Sending monthly reports by 5th of every month
• Perform any other related duties

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

• Minimum Requirements    
• Secondary School Certificate
• A minimum of three (3) years of progressive work as a tractor operator
• Working knowledge (level C) of English and Kiswahili; knowledge of Turkana is an added advantage.
• National of Kenya

Technical/Functional Skills

• Holder of National Transport and Safety Authority Driving Licence category Class B, C, G (Industrial Construction and Agricultural Plants and Equipment) 
• Extent and relevance of experience in Tractor management
• Extent and relevance of experience in tractor trailer management 
• Familiarity and relevance experience working in field Operations