Driver II Grade: 3 – 2 Positions
REF: PU/ADV/04/06/2023
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE
POSITION OF DRIVER II GRADE 3
- This is an entry position to the Drivers’ position in the
University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be
determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship
or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenya Labour Laws.
Academic Qualifications
- The candidate must have a minimum mean Grade of D (plain) at
KCSE or equivalent.
Experience
- The candidate must have at least three (3) years of accident
free experience as a driver with a valid driver’s license; with proven
integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to
deadlines.
Professional
Qualifications
The candidate must provide
evidence in the following:
- Certificate in First Aid from a recognised institution
- Certificate of Good Conduct
- Certificate of refresher course for drivers from a
recognised institution
- Clean valid driving license Class (A, B, C1, C, D1, D2,
D3, G)
- Occupational Trade Test III for drivers
- PSV license endorsement by NTSA
Duties and
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate
will be involved in carrying out the following duties.
- Drive vehicles safely, legally and efficiently as
required.
- Operate University Buses
- Detect and report malfunctioning of vehicles systems
- Comply with all driving hours and Road Transport
legislation
- Proper use and maintenance of keys, pagers, and radios
- Operate vehicles and equipment safely and responsibly,
as assigned
- General maintenance and cleaning of vehicles
- Carrying out routine checkups on vehicles assigned
(cooling and oils systems, electrical system, brakes etc)
- Maintaining work tickets for vehicles assigned
- Ensuring that the servicing and repairs are done on time
- Ensure security and safety for the vehicles on and off
the road
- Ensure safety of the passengers and or goods therein
- To comply with all Health & Safety requirements
- Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the
immediate supervisor
Skills:
The candidate must have
experience and provide evidence in the following:
- Basic mechanical skills
- Communication skills
- Computer proficiency
- Defensive driving skills
- First Aid skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork skills
TERMS OF SERVICE
- Benefits for the above position include a competitive basic
salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependents, life
Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other
regular allowances
How to Apply
Interested applicants should
send four (4) copies of their application for the above positions. Applications
and recommendations letters from referees should be addressed to,
The
Vice Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O Box 195-80108,
Kilifi
Application should include
an up to date CV, providing details of age, marital status, academic and
professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, email
address, telephone, names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable
about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and
testimonials.
Pwani University
is an equal opportunity employer, Female candidates and persons living with
disability are encouraged to apply and should attach their National Council for
persons with disabilities (NCPWD) Certificate.
Candidates with
foreign qualifications Must submit a Certificate of Recognition from the
Commission of University Education.
The deadline for
submitting application is Wednesday
21st June, 2023 Applications received later than this date
will not be considered.
Please Note
that: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
