Driver/Operator

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Drive the company’s vehicle and keep record of mileage
• Carry out routine check on vehicle to ensure normal water and oil levels and correct tire pressure.
• Report promptly to the Network Superintendent any noticeable defects and take proper care of vehicle.
• Maintains contact with supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new location.
• Keeps record of materials and products transported.
• Position blocks and ties rope around items to secure for transport.
• Operates equipment on vehicle to load or unload materials.
• Carry out all transportation runs that are authorized by functional supervisors.
• Drive the company’s vehicle in a safe and careful manner, taking due regard for all Traffic Laws.
• Keep the vehicle (inner and outer) in a clean and tidy manner.
• Report all incidents and accidents immediately and submit a written report within twenty-four (24) hours of the occurrence.
• Maintain defensive driving.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned to you within the scope of your employment, from an Authorized Officer.

COMPETENCY PROFILE:

• Ability to driver a multi-passenger vehicle safely and appropriately.
• Ability to read and interpret road signs
• Ability to perform minor vehicle repairs
• Ability to prepare concise and accurate record and reports
• Extensive knowledge of the operations and features of the vehicle.
• Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Sound secondary education plus be the holder of a valid driver’s license (all categories) with four (4) years’ experience as a Driver/Operator, also must possess and maintain a safe driving record.