Driver (LMO/DR 1) - Percy Junor Hospital

Qualifications and Experience:

• Secondary School Certificate 
• General Drivers’ Licence (M/Cars & Trucks N/E 7000 kgs to include PPV)
• Certificate in Defensive Driving Techniques Plus 
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Driver 
• Authorization by Island Traffic Authority to drive government’s vehicle 
• Possession of a safe driving record 
• Emergency Medical Technician Certification (a definite asset) 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Good interpersonal and oral communication skills 
• Good time management skills. 
• Confidentiality 
• Team player 
• Excellent defensive driving skills 
• Proficient in basic mechanics with the ability to perform minor motor vehicle repairs
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures, maps and route directions 
• Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs and defects where possible
• Ability to prepare concise and accurate reports 
• Ability to read and interpret road signs 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Transporting patients or designated persons to hospitals other facilities.
• Carrying out minor repairs to the assigned motor vehicle and maintaining the vehicle in good working condition. 
• Writing reports concerning any accidents, damage, and loss of parts from the vehicle.
• Reporting all defects or deficiencies to the Transport Manager promptly.
• Recording all movements of vehicles in the Daily Assignment Book. 
• Ensuring gas advance cards and their usage are treated according to existing policies and procedures. 
• Ensuring that all vehicles are operated within the Road Traffic Act of Jamaica.
• Administering the “Vehicle Checklist” at the start and end of each shift. 

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED