Driver/Facility Technician at Eye Foundation Hospital

Locations: Abeokuta - Ogun, Lekki /Victoria Island - Lagos
Reporting to: Hospital Service Manager
Probationary period: 6 months

Job Summary

• You will provide secure and timely driving services to transport passengers and/or goods.
• You should possess a strong auto mechanical and ability to identify potential vehicle operation problems and mindful of all current safety rules governing vehicle operations.
• You are also responsible to perform a variety of facility management functions in support of the hospital branch, services and department.

Responsibilities
Drive:

• Passengers & Coworkers
• Drive light and heavy vehicles.
• Transport passengers in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain a high level of courtesy and professionalism to all assigned passengers and coworkers.
• Professionally and accurately give detailed information about routes and journey to passengers.
• Effectively load and unload passenger luggage.
• Ensure all keys are safely kept in the appropriated place.

Logistic Support:

• Consumables, hospital equipment and Outreach Visits
• Distribute mail as needed, both incoming and outgoing.
• Pick up flight tickets.
• Deliver correspondence and consumables to other branches.
• Facilitate airport pick-ups for VIP visitors and transportation during official visits.
• Assist with postage and with pick up of office purchases.
• Collect and record service delivery data on outreach visits.

Vehicle Maintenance:

• Service vehicle maintenance management
• Maintain daily cleanliness and tidiness of all parts of assigned vehicle.
• Schedule annual vehicle examination for service vehicles through the Facility Manager.
• Determine when and what kind of maintenance the vehicle needs, keep track of general maintenance schedules, especially car tyre condition.
• Ensure sound running of the vehicles assigned and arrange minor repairs where necessary.
• Check oil and tyres properly and keep the service vehicles in clean condition, both inside and outside.
• Keep track of timely car insurance renewals.
• Update monthly mileage records.
• Maintain log book of each service vehicle on daily basis.
• Apply for request for repairs and fuel, renewal of the vehicle license and car insurance through Facility Manager.

Facility Technician:

• Perform maintenance of electrical systems (replace light bulbs and sockets, clean and repair circuit breaker panels etc.)
• Assist in the setup of hospital equipment, dispensers and other systems and conduct minor repairs when necessary.
• Maintain plumbing systems to ensure functionality.
• Inspect alarm systems (fire, protection) and schedule repairs when needed through the Facility Manager.
• Perform manual repairs when necessary (fix locks, replace windows etc.)
• Perform generator operations such as switching it on and off when necessary.
• Apply for request for large repairs and services such as AC servicing, fumigation etc. through the Facility Manager.
  

Qualification

• Minimum of senior secondary school certificate is required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a corporate driver.
• A sound technical knowledge is compulsory.
• A valid driver’s license is mandatory.
• Registration with LASDRI (Lagos State Drivers’ Institute) is mandatory.
• Must be computer literate.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent driving record.
• Knowledge of city streets and addresses - talented in preparing and making the route in an efficient way.
• Skilled in contacting passengers by phone and arrange the pick-up time.
• Competent at checking the vehicle for problems and performing pre/post trip maintenance tasks.
• Familiar with all traffic and road safety laws and regulations.
• Willing to work flexible schedule and locations.