Job offer: Driver 1 - Montpelier Research Station

OrganisationMinistry of Agriculture and FisheriesReferenceVAC-55038Contract TypeFull-TimeIndustriesProcurement, Logistics & Supply ChainLocationSt. JamesSalary & Benefits$22,720 - $30,556 per weekDate Posted10/12/2024Expiry Date26/12/2024The Driver 1 undertakes the collection and delivery of mails and documents on behalf of the Station; transports staff to and from assignments and conducts routine daily/weekly maintenance of the vehicle.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Transports goods/materials from the station to location around town; 
• Transports farm products for export from locations Islandwide; 
• Collects and signs for fuel oil, where necessary, accounting for all receipts for fuel received;
• Assists in loading and unloading trucks occasionally; 
• Checks the vehicle each morning to ensure that the braking and signaling systems are functioning properly, and the oils, water coolant, brake fluid or oil, air pressure for air brake are at operating levels; 
• Checks that spare tyres, tools and jack are in place and ensures that any puncture tyre on the Unit is changed before driving unit; 
• Ensures that the vehicle is regularly serviced and maintained, as required;
• Reports all defects, deficiencies, shortage or damage discovered to the Transport Manager promptly; 
• Performs general mechanical and simple electrical repairs to vehicle assigned;
• Prepares reports and maintains records on the operations of the vehicles. 

Other: 

• Reports any defects or damages done to the vehicle assigned; 
• Prepares reports giving details on accidents in which the vehicle assigned was involved;
• Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

• Good oral and written communication skills; 
• Good interpersonal skills; 
• Good time management skills; 
• Good problem solving and conflict management skills; 
• Good customer and quality focus skills; 
• Ability to use own initiative. 

Technical: 

• Excellent defensive driving skills; 
• Proficient in basic mechanics; 
• Knowledge of basic motor vehicle maintenance; 
• Knowledge of the operations of Government; 
• Knowledge of the Ministry’s policies and procedures. 

 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Completion of Secondary Level Education; 
• Possession of a General Driver’s License; 
• Approval to operate motor vehicle from Island Traffic Authority; 
• Three (3) years’ experience in a similar position; 
• Ability to read and write legibly. 

 

 

 

 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.