Driver

Career Directions Limited (CDL)

Job Location:

Nairobi - Kenya

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Department: Logistics (ICS)

Reporting to: Logistics Assistant

Purpose of the position:

The driver is responsible of conveying materials finished products Raw materials (coconuts)equipments staff of the organization and any other material as directed by his/her supervisor to areas where there are required.

Duties and responsibilities:

Ensure timely conveyance of staff and materials to and from places as instructed by supervisor/manager
Ensure that the vehicle is kept perfect and clean at all times by washing both inside and outside parts of the vehicle.
Inspecting the vehicle for defects before and after returning back to the office.
Report any instance of mishap or accident to the supervisor.
Report any case of accident injury/damage of vehicle to the supervisor
Keep all records including receipts for the vehicle maintenance
Keep up a travel log to record areas travelled to travel time and work hours
Perform some other undertaking as directed by the supervisor
Pay tolls and other fundamental vehicle demands.
Inspect the vehicles and perform basic support undertaking like changing oil refueling the vehicle changing batteries and checking and repairing some minor issues.
Recognize electrical or mechanical faults in the vehicles and report to the supervisor whose duty is to arrange to take it to a mechanic or electrician
Dropping and picking up staff and business partners of the organization from gatherings airplane terminal etc.
Comply with all traffic rules.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum of a KCSE certificate
At least 5 years of driving experience preferably with extensive experience in truck driving
Must have a valid driving license - Categories C and D1.
A valid certificate of good conduct.
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Familiarity with logistics operations and documentation is desirable
Must hold a valid Kenyan drivers license with endorsements permitting operation of PSV vehicles and trucks up to 10 tons.
Proven ability to drive 7-ton trucks Nissan vans and manual transmission pickups.
Should have recent active driving experience (not inactive or out of work for more than one month).
Ability to troubleshoot and report mechanical issues encountered in the field.
Demonstrated experience driving in rough terrain and hilly areas with skill in smooth clutch control.
Possess basic mechanical knowledge to handle minor issues and support vehicle reliability.

Department: Logistics (ICS)Reporting to: Logistics AssistantPurpose of the position:The driver is responsible of conveying materials finished products Raw materials (coconuts)equipments staff of the organization and any other material as directed by his/her supervisor to areas where there are requir...