Driver

Job Purpose

Under management of Logistics Officer, ensure secure transportation of persons and goods. He is also responsible of cleanliness, maintenance, fuel filling and daily filling of logbook

The Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to

1:Responsible to drive safely

• Drive carefully, in accordance with national traffic rules. The speed limit in town is 40 km/hour. The speed limit out of town is 80 km/hour
• Adapt vehicle speed to road conditions, vehicle load and technical conditions, and drive taking into consideration safety of passengers, pedestrians and other slower vehicles
• Only overtake when you are absolutely sure it is safe
• When overtaking, use the indicators
• Keep your eyes looking forward, checking the mirrors regularly
• Slow down if a passenger requires you to. Do not go faster if a passenger requires you to and that you feel it is not safe to do so
• Always carry with you your original driving license
• Always stay polite when controlled by local authorities at checkpoints
• When arriving at checkpoints speed must be reduced, and if at night, inside front light must be switched on
• Always wear seatbelt when driving and ensure the front passenger does
• Always stay in your car when waiting for a passenger; if the weather is hot, you can go out from the car to find some shadow, but you must be able to watch out for the car and response to the radio
• Use the last updated radio codes (locations and people) when speaking on the radio
• If you are in an accident DO NOT drive away. Stay with the vehicle and wait for the police. Inform the office (DEPENDS OF THE SITUATION).

2:Responsible for maintenance of vehicles

• At the beginning of each shift the driver should:
• ensure fluid levels (oil, water, brake fluids) in smooth area
• make a visual check
• make a radio check to make sure radio is in good condition and that the settings have not been changed
• Check the presence and the condition of car equipment (tools, first aid kit, maps and car instructions)
• Clean the vehicle inside and outside
• Every Thursdays, a complete check must be done on base of the weekly check-up
• The driver should always manage to refill the fuel before the tank is half empty: at the end of each shift, the fuel level should always be over half
• The driver must NOT attempt to carry out any technical work or repairs without the prior approval of the Logistics
• Ensure cleaning / changing of filters (oil, fuel, element fuel and air) and oil.

3:Responsible for communication equipment in the car

• Always switch off the VHF radios before starting or cutting the engine
• Do radio checks at the beginning of your shift and before each departure
• Do regular radio checks during trip, on a basis determined by the last update of security rules

4:Responsible to fill log book in daily bases

• The car log book should be filled in details for each trip (the destination should be clearly mentioned; the mention “bazaar” will not be accepted). The name of the driver should also be written) by the driver and signed by the passenger. If no passenger is in the car, the person who requested the car, or if impossible, the field logistics officer should sign. Please write in a readable way
• Record each fuel fill-up in the log Book
• Record each reparation and service

Education and Experience

• Minimum graduate degree from high school
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in I/NGOs

Knowledge required

Essential

• General principles of vehicle mechanics
• Functioning of telecommunications equipment
• Safe driving and driving license
• Afghan traffic regulations

Skills required

Essential

• Anticipation
• Reactivity
• Initiative
• Team work
• Commitment

Desirable

• Adaptability
• Creativity

Application Process

Applicants can login to the online application system by copying and pasting the role link https://airtable.com/appdkUxxCqAnPhlzB/shrimM0PUls1YEmnl into their web browser to submit their details and upload their required documents prior to the deadline.

Important notes

• Please note that only the applications received through the online platform will be considered for this position.
• It is important to note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Therefore, timely submission is crucial.
• After the review process, please be aware that only candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process. If you do not hear from us within one week from the closing date, please consider that your application has not been shortlisted for further process
• HI has got strong stand on protection of beneficiaries.

"The role holderwill have to create and maintain an environment which prevents sexual exploitation and abuse and promotes the implementation of the code of conduct"

HI promotes and upholds the principles of equal opportunities and its policies (PSEAH, Child Protection etc). HI has a zero tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or a child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. Recruitment to all jobs in HI includes, in particular, criminal

record checks and the collection of relevant references. Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do.

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