1. Transport & Logistics

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  Provide safe and timely transportation
  of staff, visitors, and goods to and from designated locations in the field.
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  Support logistics arrangements for
  staff field movements, meetings, CIMMYT events, and emergencies.
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  Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle
  checks to ensure roadworthiness.
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  Keep accurate records of mileage, fuel
  usage, trip details, and submit weekly/monthly usage reports.
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  Provide logistical support for
  transport and field operations as required.

2
Vehicle Care, Mechanical & Maintenance

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  Inspect, service, clean, lubricate,
  and perform minor repairs on farm machinery, attachments, and fleet vehicles;
  escalate major mechanical issues to external service providers.
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  Assist with routine vehicle
  maintenance (cleaning, oil/water checks, brake checks, tire rotations) and
  ensure all vehicles meet statutory inspection and roadworthiness requirements.
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  Support the development and
  implementation of preventive maintenance plans, and monitor vehicle
  performance, fuel efficiency, and maintenance schedules.
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  Maintain farm tools and ensure a
  clean, well-organized workshop, and spare parts inventory to improve efficiency
  and reduce operational costs.

3. Machine Operation

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  Operate tractors and implements for
  land preparation (plowing, harrowing, disking, leveling etc.), slashing and
  field cleaning as required.
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  Perform machine planting of trials and
  nurseries using tractor mounted planters across all programs.
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  Operate combine harvesters during
  harvesting season to harvest trials across programs.

4. Safety & Compliance

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  Ensure vehicles are equipped with
  safety kits, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, spare tires, and other
  essentials.
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  Report accidents, incidents, or
  violations promptly and accurately to the supervisor.
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  Ensure compliance with traffic laws
  and organizational transport policies.
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  Promote high standards of road safety,
  courtesy, and professionalism always.

Requirements

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  Valid driver’s license with clean
  driving record, class D1 (PSV Van) and G (tractor)
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  Certification or proven experience in
  automotive mechanics.
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  Minimum 5 years of experience in
  driving manual vehicles and vehicle maintenance.
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  Knowledge of local traffic regulations
  and vehicle compliance standards.
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  Strong mechanical aptitude and
  troubleshooting skills.
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  Excellent driving skills and road
  safety awareness.
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  Good communication and interpersonal
  skills.
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  Ability to work independently and
  manage time effectively.
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  High level of integrity and
  reliability.