Workatele

Driver at Danish Refugee Council International, Maiduguri, Nigeria

NRC

Driver at Danish Refugee Council International, Maiduguri, Nigeria

NRC

Full time Job

Date Posted: August 31, 2023

Application deadline:

Expired on: September 25, 2023 12:00am

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Job description

The responsibility of the Driver will be to; drive assigned DRC vehicle safely and efficiently in accordance with DRC policy and national safety rules and regulations. Will be responsible for the vehicle to which he/she will be assigned and the completion of log books and fuel records. Under the supervision of the Supply Chain Team Leader Logistics the Driver shall perform the following under listed duties and responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities

Documentation

  • Maintain the vehicle log and fuel consumption documentation.
  • Keep the Vehicle Documents Folder up-to-date:
  • Support the Head Driver with the Vehicle Usage report, including trip use, mileage and fuel consumption.
  • Maintain a valid driver license, registration and valid permits all the time

    Control of Vehicles

  • Ensure that all vehicle journeys are authorized in advance by Supervisors.
  • Ensure that all vehicle journeys are to be recorded in the log book at the start and completion of the journey
  • Ensure that the keys and vehicle documents are kept in a secure place when the vehicle is not in use.
  • Ensure that s/he wears the vehicle safety belt and all passengers also wear seat belts before driving the vehicle.

    Vehicle Checks

  • Check the vehicle prior to its use in the morning and after use
  • Check the vehicle before departing from work.
  • Check, on taking over a vehicle, that the items listed on the Vehicle Check List and the items listed in the Vehicle Tools and Materials Inventory are present and in full functioning order.

    Vehicle Defects

  • A driver is to check for vehicle defects and damage to the vehicle and ensure that he reports them to his supervisor. After consulting a mechanic, the supervisor will make the decision as to whether the vehicle should be taken off the road for repair.
  • Report and supervise all maintenance and repair needs of assign vehicle.

    Cleanliness & Visibility

  • The driver is responsible for ensuring that his vehicle is kept clean on the outside and inside at all times. The driver is also to keep the vehicle tidy and ensure that all

    rubbish is removed from the vehicle after a journey.

  • Driver is to ensure DRC visibility protocols are adhered to at all times.
  • The responsibilities as listed above are in-exhaustive and may be readjusted according to operational needs but will remain in line with the overall purpose of the role

    Qualifications

    Essential:

  • Senior Secondary School Certificate /OND in Relevant field.
  • A Valid driver’s license.
  • Should have 3-5 years’ experience of professional driving.
  • Prior experience as a driver in an international NGO (hired or owned fleet), UN agency or private company
  • Ability to multi-task and work calmly under pressure is essential for this position.
  • Ability to work without or with minimum supervision.
  • A people orientated person who enjoys working in a team.
  • A keen interest in self-development.
  • Ability to work on shift.

    Desirable:

  • Flexible & willing to work in a remote setting & to travel to other field locations.
  • A certificate in Defensive driving from an established driving school/firm is an added advantage.
  • Experience from working in an (I)NGO
  • Holding a certificate (e.g trade certificate) in automobile mechanics is an added advantage

Application deadline:

Expired on: September 25, 2023

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