Drivers
The Driver shall be responsible and accountable for the execution of daily transportation of students and the mechanical maintenance of the Nova Pioneer’s fleet of motor vehicles.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Responsibilities
Qualifications
The Driver shall be responsible and accountable for the execution of daily transportation of students and the mechanical maintenance of the Nova Pioneer’s fleet of motor vehicles.
Directly reports to the Transport
Manager
Responsibilities
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Operate the school motor vehicle in a
safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and
procedures.
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Ensure that “door to door” policy for
dropping and picking of pupils is maintained.
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Follow planned route on a time
schedule
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Work together with the bus assistant
in maintaining order in the bus.
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Report and document any vehicle
defect on daily basis.
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Observe speed limits and all other
road signs
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Fuel allocated vehicle as per fueling
schedule.
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Drive pupils to educational trips,
sports activities and any other school activity in a safe manner.
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Document actual mileage, timings and
destination in the vehicle movement book before commencement of any trip.
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Undertake daily routine checks for
tyres, oil, radiator coolant and lights.
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Ensure the allocated school motor
vehicle is kept clean on daily basis.
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Notify Transport Manager of any
accident/incident immediately.
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Notify Transport Manager of any
delay, route diversion and riots.
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Follow Emergency policy when involved
in emergencies or accident.
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Ensure the school motor vehicle is
safely and securely parked on campus and when on trips.
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Ensure that all pupils on route are
on board before journey start.
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Ensure all on board are aware of
rules and responsibilities as passengers
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Maintain order and discipline in the
school motor vehicle.
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Perform any other duties as assigned
on behalf of the organization including running errands, transporting staff and
ferrying students to the hospital for emergency cases.
Compliance with Internal Policies,
Standards, National Laws & Regulations
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Adhere to the stipulated standards
and conduct outlined by the Nova Pioneer Transport Policy, the Nova Pioneer
Employee Handbook and other relevant policies.
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Ensure that all National and County
Legal requirements such as licenses, permits or certificates are met and
continually kept current or updated. This includes any motor vehicle licenses,
approvals, certificates and permits.
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Champion & Promote Safety &
Best Work Practices
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Conduct weekly workplace inspection
to ascertain adherence to the Workplace Health & Safety Protocols and other
relevant standards.
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Participate and own all Health &
Safety initiatives that may be recommended by the Health & Safety Committee
or other Organisation or School Leadership organs.
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Responsibly handle and operate tools,
equipment and machinery according to the prescribed manufacturer’s
recommendations and safety procedures.
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Correct unsafe conditions in the work
area and promptly report any conditions that are not correctable to the
supervisor.
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Keep the workshop, equipment and
tools in a safe operating condition.
Operational Excellence
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Proactively monitor and report/act on
Customer Feedback.
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Adhere to the Transport Services
Safety and Operating Procedures and provide timely feedback.
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Ensure accurate and timely
documentation of all relevant records.
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Performs other duties as assigned by
your Manager from time to time.
Requirements
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Diploma in Auto-mechanical or
electrical engineering from a recognized institution.
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Knowledge of highway code and school
bus regulations.
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Possess a PSV License.
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Possess a BCE- Class Driving License
for more than 8 years.
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Must Possess a recent (not older than
6 months) Certificate of Good Conduct.
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Recommendation from 3 previous
employers.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience with
school bus transportation.
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Ability to operate the school bus in
a safe and responsible manner.
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Client service and public interaction
skills.
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Analytical and problem-solving
skills.
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Effective verbal and listening
communications skills.
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First aid knowledge.
How to Apply
Bus Assistant
Responsibilities
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Fully embrace Nova’s values and
beliefs and promote them to students, staff, parents and members of the outside
community.
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Work cohesively in a team, being
respectful of each person’s contributions and style.
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Maintain Door to Door Policy for
pick-up and drop-off of pupils.
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Ensure that every pupil is seated and
using seat-belt before commencement of every journey.
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Attend staff meetings that arise
throughout the school year.
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Accompany, assist and supervise
pupils as they board/alight the bus and hand them to the designated guardian.
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Advise the Transport Manager of any
improvement involving pick up and drop off of pupils by observing and tracking
route timings.
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Convey any feedback/comment/enquiry
from parents to the Transport Manager.
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Deliver medication and convey dosage
instructions to the school nurse.
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Ensure that all pupils on route are
on-board before commencement of journey.
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Communicate to Transport Manager and
School Dean regarding pupil behaviour.
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Ensure all on board are aware of
rules and responsibilities as passengers.
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Maintain order and discipline in the
school bus.
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Familiarize with all School bus
routes and timings.
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Perform any other duties as assigned
while not on route.
Safety
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Supervise use of seatbelts by all
pupils.
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Ensure that pupils don’t drink or eat
while the bus is in motion to avoid choking.
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Ensure that pupils stand only when
the bus comes to a complete halt.
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Take prompt action in times of
distress such as accidents, focusing on students’ safety primarily.
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Follow the emergency procedure and
work hand in hand with the driver to administer first aid where necessary.
Qualifications
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Possess a diploma certificate. ECD
will be an added advantage.
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Ability to work, monitor and assist
young children while on the bus.
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Must Possess a recent (not older than
6 months) Certificate of Good Conduct.
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Recommendation from 3 previous
employers.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience with
school bus transportation.
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Ability to take care of pupils while
on the bus.
·
Client service and public interaction
skills.
·
Analytical and problem-solving
skills.
·
Effective verbal and listening
communications skills.
·
First aid knowledge.
How to Apply