Driver Operator

Roles and responsibilities

To provide secure and timely driving services to transport passengers and/or goods. Deliver invoices to the client, assist with postage and with pick up of office purchases, documents, equipment, and any other tasks required by Operations Manager or his substitutes.

Functions

• Driving

• Take instructions from Operations Manager / Project Manager / Coordinator regarding each day's deliveries or pick / drop services.

• Pick and drop company employees from /to the site as per Operations Manager / Project Manager / Coordinator's instructions.

• Make deliveries by maintaining correct knowledge of destinations and concerned contacts.

• Deliver the invoices / documents to the client.

• Provide assistance to local management team for the site visits.

• Ensure punctuality and safe transport.

• Keep all records, including receipts for vehicle maintenance.

• Report any case of accident, injury or damage of vehicles to the supervisor or manager.

• Should have sufficient knowledge of local traffic laws and hold fast entirely to them.

• Distribute mail as needed, both incoming and outgoing.

• Facilitate airport pickups if necessary.

• Car Security and Maintenance

• Ensure vehicle is kept clean, tidy and in good working condition at all times.

• Ensure vehicle is kept secure at all times.

• Ensure vehicle is given regular/day-to-day maintenance checks: check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc.

• Ensure vehicle repairs are carried out properly by official manufacturers specifications

• Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs, prepare vehicle spare parts inventory

• Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring report, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses, mileage, at end of each month

Safety

• Ensure that the safety policies and procedures are understood and adhered to as far as is reasonably practicable in order to ensure a safe working environment.

Other

• Carry out work in accordance with the company health, safety, environmental, and quality systems.
• Perform the assigned tasks with due diligence regarding the Integrated Management Systems on the company.
• Eliminate waste of whatever form, suggest the use of more environmentally friendly substances and practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of the environment.

Desired candidate profile

• This position has NO direct supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Valid Qatar Driver's License
• Defensive Driving Trained

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a driver and with good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Understanding of transportation law
• Good traffic judgment
• Good knowledge about car mechanics
• Knowledge of the location
• Excellent driving skills
• Flexible, effective teamwork and interpersonal skills

Working Conditions

This position is considered an OUTDOOR WORK which is characterized as follows.

• Work outdoors while loading and unloading goods.
• Drive a vehicle on a daily basis

Physical Activity/Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is considered LIGHT work.

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

• Lift up to 20 pounds

• Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching

• Lift up to 10 pounds
• Standing

• Repetitive movements of arms and hands
• Sit with back supported