Principal Driver - 2 Posts

Job Purpose Responsible for providing transport services in an effective and efficient manner. Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks An officer at this grade will undertake the following duties and responsibilities: Driving the organization’s vehicles as authorized; Carrying out routine checks on the assigned vehicle and report any malfunction of vehicle systems and other occurrences; Liaising with Fleet Assistant to ensure that the vehicles are regularly checked and maintained; Maintaining the movement of work tickets for vehicle(s) assigned; Maintaining security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road; Reporting all accidents and incidents promptly to the relevant IPOA offices; Administering first aid in the event of an accident; Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle; and Coaching and mentoring junior drivers. Knowledge, Experience and qualifications required For appointment to this grade, an officer must have the following qualifications: Served for a cumulative minimum period of period of fourteen (14) years three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Senior Driver, IPOA 10; KCSE mean grade of D (Plain) or its equivalent qualification; Valid driving license; Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; Suitability Trade Test for Drivers; Refresher course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week every three (3) years; First-Aid Course Certificate lasting not less than one (1) week from Kenya Institute of Highway and Building technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution; A valid certificate of good conduct; Occupational Trade Tests I for Drivers; Proficiency in Computer Applications; Accident-free driving period of four (4) years; and Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results go to method of application »