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Job Description
Unitrans is seeking to employ Professional Bus Drivers with proven experience. Drives a bus to transport passengers on scheduled services over
established routes. Controls lighting heating and ventilation for the passengers. Observes prescribed speeds traffic travelling conditions
an signals to ensure the safe arrival of passengers. Ensures passengers arrive at destinations on time. Holds the appropriate license and a PrDP.
This category is restricted commercial contrast which are not subsidized by government.
What unique contribution does this work make to the organization
Must have a Public Services Driving License (PG) mastery of defensive and preventive driving techniques ensuring the safety of both passengers and other road users. Furthermore you must know and strictly obey traffic laws avoiding infractions and accidents. Comply with company code of conduct policies and procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities
- WSWPs procedures involved in their activities;
- Read understand and accept the code of conduct;
- Unitrans Passenger rules and regulations;
- Read and understand the drivers manual;
- Report near misses and/or incidents and property damage even if you were not involved;
- Read and understand HST regulations and policies;
- Avoid involvement in incidents and accidents as much as possible when driving;
- Recognize the importance of safety and practice safe habits;
- Immediately report any incidents or related matters to Management;
- Know all written procedures involved in your activities;
- Inspect the bus for deviations from standards or malfunctions;
- Record deviations/defects in the check checklist and report to supervisor;
- Depending on the nature of the deviation/malfunction the driver will either start the journey or not until the deviation/malfunction is resolved;
- Participate in the DSS session with the Supervisor and HST at the Unitrans parks and Vulcan Site;
- Participate in training;
- Register passengers on the trip;
- Check that the vehicle is being refueled and kept clean at all times;
- Record and report all events/incidents and accidents that occurred during a trip to supervisor and line 84/822030;
- Adhere to traffic laws;
- Adhere to the customers SMS policy;
- Complete the log books properly;
- Keep a log of activities and always record updated hours in the log book;
- Maintain a positive attitude towards customers;
- Do not deviate from your route on your own initiative or under the influence of employees;
- Make stops only in places authorized by the company unless instructed by your superior;
- Access authorized locations avoiding route deviations;
- Respect signage and speed limit;
- It is mandatory for drivers of motor vehicles to remove the keys from the ignition after mobilizing the vehicle before leaving;
- Control of the ignition key is the drivers responsibility while it is in his possession;
- It is mandatory to start vehicles or equipment by positioning themselves inside the cabin;
- It is mandatory to block the vehicles wheels with two chocks after parking;
- It is mandatory to use seat belts for the driver and all occupants of the vehicle;
- It is mandatory to drive with a valid driving license and RAC2 card;
- Ensure the conservation and good use of vehicles;
- Report to the Manager and Supervisor on duty any damage suffered to the vehicle resulting from its use;
- Comply with the collection times described on the Job card;
- Do not perform overtaking maneuvers between Unitrans vehicles except in cases where the vehicle in front of you has mechanical problems and when authorized;
- It is not permitted to make stops after unloading passengers at the end of the journey.
Minimum Requirements
- Qualification: Grade 12 Jobspecific training and Drivers license categories: CE G CE PG and C G.
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in the same or similar position.
Employment Type
Full-Time
