View Vacancy – High Commissioner Driver

Main purpose of job:

Incumbent is responsible for day to day transport needs of the British High Commission, in particular the High Commissioner. This includes providing timely, courteous service to all customers – internal and external. In addition, the driver is responsible for carrying out courier functions and expected to assist with general administrative support to the Corporate Service Team and minor maintenance tasks. The Driver is required to wear an official uniform to BHC standards.

Roles and responsibilities:

• To act as the High Commissioner’s Official Driver and undertake all required functions in support of the High Commissioner.
• Carry out relevant scheduled vehicle checks.
• Ensure that vehicle has enough fuel at the end of the day. A record of fuel purchased should be entered into the log book and passed to Receptionist for calculation and initials within 24 hours.
• Ensure vehicle(s) serviced at scheduled times.
• Ensure vehicle(s) road service licence, insurance and all other documentation are up to date. Copies should be kept in the vehicle.
• Keep assigned vehicle free from damage, in acceptable condition, and consistently clean. Ensure that the vehicle is in proper and safe condition prior to use.   Where negligence is proven, cost of any repairs will be borne by you.
• Accept responsibility to report any damage or mechanical malfunctions that exist. Operate vehicle and equipment safely and responsibly at all times.
• Accurately complete and submit any/all necessary paperwork, as required.
• Ensure security of assigned vehicle(s).
• Ensure all passengers use seat belts. Observance of all highway regulations.
• Keep an accurate record of all journeys; including documented runs for other departments.
• Picking up and dropping of Officers, Staff and Official Visitors to and from the airport and meetings, as directed. Officers and Official Visitors must sign for their trip(s) at the end of the journey(s)
• Lead on the delivery and returns of essential MFA documents to support High Commissioner and Corporate Services.
• Clear post box weekly, distribute mail from post box, and guard booth.
• Support UKBS with licensing office permit applications and vehicle-transferring procedures.
• Delivery and pickup of items, documentation, ensuring accurate capture of what the item/documentation is, who requested the transport of the item, who received the item, and obtaining proper signatures.
• Work extra/overtime hours as needed. All overtime work should be properly documented and must be initialled by Transport Coordinator or Official passenger.
• Any other tasks, in keeping with ability, may be assigned from time to time.

BHC WILL PROVIDE:

• Official mobile is supplied to ensure communication between Driver and other BHC personnel as and when required. Equipment is provided strictly to facilitate the execution of assigned duties and costs should be maintained within mobile package limit. CSO to advise further.
• Three suits biennially and one pair shoes annually or as needed, CSM to advise of budget.
• An annual medical check-up and eye test is a requirement for all drivers. This is paid for by the High Commission, CSM to advise of budget.

• Valid Driver’s Licence and good driving record (minimum 7 years driving experience).
• Demonstrate dependability and self-motivation.
• Be able to effectively communicate both written and orally effectively.
• Be able to work as member of a team, strong capability to work with others.
• Be able to work to adjusted schedules and overtime when required.
• Maintain a high level personal integrity, discretion and reliability
• Maintain good physical condition that will enable driver to stoop, bend, twist, and perform other motions, requiring strength and endurance when performing manual labour indoors or outdoors. Be able to carry objects and frequently lift items up to 75 lbs.
• Good self management, organisational and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in use of MS Word and MS Excel and Outlook.