Career Directions Ltd

Driver

Career Directions Ltd  •  Kwale, KE (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description


Department:

Logistics (ICS)

Reporting to:

Logistics Assistant

Purpose of the position:

The driver is responsible of conveying materials, finished products, Raw materials (coconuts),equipment’s, staff of the organization and any other material as directed by his/her supervisor to areas where there are required.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Ensure timely conveyance of staff and materials to and from places as instructed by supervisor/manager

  • Ensure that the vehicle is kept perfect and clean at all times by washing both inside and outside parts of the vehicle.

  • Inspecting the vehicle for defects before and after returning back to the office.

  • Report any instance of mishap or accident to the supervisor.

  • Report any case of accident, injury/damage of vehicle to the supervisor

  • Keep all records including receipts for the vehicle maintenance

  • Keep up a travel log to record areas travelled to, travel time and work hours

  • Perform some other undertaking as directed by the supervisor

  • Pay tolls and other fundamental vehicle demands.

  • Inspect the vehicles and perform basic support undertaking like changing oil, refueling the vehicle, changing batteries and checking and repairing some minor issues.

  • Recognize electrical or mechanical faults in the vehicles and report to the supervisor whose duty is to arrange to take it to a mechanic or electrician

  • Dropping and picking up staff and business partners of the organization from gatherings, airplane terminal etc.

  • Comply with all traffic rules.


Requirements


Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a KCSE certificate

  • At least 5 years of driving experience, preferably with extensive experience in truck driving

  • Must have a valid driving license - Categories C and D1.

  • A valid certificate of good conduct.

  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

  • Familiarity with logistics operations and documentation is desirable

  • Must hold a valid Kenyan driver’s license with endorsements permitting operation of PSV vehicles and trucks up to 10 tons.

  • Proven ability to drive 7-ton trucks, Nissan vans, and manual transmission pickups.

  • Should have recent, active driving experience (not inactive or out of work for more than one month).

  • Ability to troubleshoot and report mechanical issues encountered in the field.

  • Demonstrated experience driving in rough terrain and hilly areas, with skill in smooth clutch control.

  • Possess basic mechanical knowledge to handle minor issues and support vehicle reliability.
Career Directions Ltd

About Career Directions Ltd

CDL is a proactive Human Resource Management consultancy firm specializing in Strategic Labour Force Outsourcing, Recruitment, Training, Payroll Processing and Total Human Resource Management. Since 2003, we have been a one-stop shop for all HR related queries and support in and around East Africa. We champion best practice in Human Resource while going the extra mile to proactively address workers needs in order to achieve optimum productivity & profitability.

Our Mission

To support and contribute to our partners success while improving the lives'​ of the community.

Our Vision

To be a partner of choice in providing quality manpower outsourcing solutions.

Our Core Values

1.Professionalism: Conducting our business in the most professional way

2.Respect: Giving due respect to self and others and maintain the environment of teamwork and growth.

3.Passion: To be passionate in all we do.

4.Integrity: To act with honesty and integrity without compromising the truth.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Nairobi, KE
Year Founded
2003
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