Executive Driver at AT&A Investment Limited

Job Summary

• The company driver is responsible for ensuring the proper maintenance of AT&A vehicles and the safe delivery of staff to their respective destinations as well as the timely delivery and collection of written documents;
• The company driver is required to conduct periodic checks of the vehicles and make appropriate complaints and advise on repairs where necessary. Drivers also have a duty to remain alert and be aware of their environment around their vehicle. They must be on the lookout for other vehicles, pedestrians and road hazards.

Roles

• Maintain high standard of service to both staff and external guests;
• Ensure staff are safely driven to and from their respective destination;
• Ensure you drive at a reasonable speed;
• Adaptation of a healthy lifestyle to promote physical fitness;
• Alcohol must not be consumed or present whilst on duty;
• Every driver on the road has a duty to drive at a reasonable, safe speed. What constitutes a safe speed is determined more by traffic conditions, weather conditions, road conditions and visibility;
• Drivers also have a duty to keep their vehicles maintained and in safe operating condition. All lights and brakes need to be working properly and he/she must ensure that the vehicle’s fluids are at optimal levels;
• Ensure company cars are clean and in good condition; Clean car seats, rugs, dashboards and mats on a daily basis;
• Perform vehicle inspection such as checking tire pressure and seat belts, ensuring they are in good order;
• Ensure vehicle is given regular/day-to-day maintenance checks: check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc;
• Assist the Admin Officer to ensure vehicle insurance and registration is updated according to schedule;
• Assist in the purchase of new vehicles as required;
• Follow local and state driving laws and road regulations;
• Notify supervisors about any major repairs and maintenances;
• Adhere to company operating policies and procedures;
• Deliver important documents to required destinations;
• Mentally chart out best possible route to reach desired destination;
• Log official trips;
• Good personal grooming & personal presentation.

Knowledge, Experience, Skills And Abilities

• The knowledge, experience and skills required for satisfactory job performance.

Knowledge:
The company driver must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Understanding of Federal Road Safety Laws;
• Good traffic judgment;
• Good knowledge about car mechanics;
• knowledge of driving protocols and procedures;
• Well-versed in reading maps and handling GPS;
• Keen understanding of handling basic vehicle maintenance and repair tasks.

Attitude:

• Willing to work long and irregular hours, some weekends and public holidays as required;
• Discreet and respectful of confidentiality;
• Integrity and politeness.

Experience & Educational Requirements

• The company driver should be a seasoned, well experienced driver with a minimum of 5 years corporate driving experience and a valid driver’s license.
• He should have proven experience, a good driving record with no traffic violations and have experience in maintaining and repairing vehicles.
• Minimum of a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (S.S.C.E)

Skills:
The company driver must demonstrate the following skills:

• Excellent driving skills;
• Excellent visionary projection;
• Flexible, effective team work and interpersonal skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Good in communicating in English
• Being well-organized and systematic ;
• Careful, accountable, responsible and punctual;
• Personable, caring, helpful, reliable and diplomatic;
• Ability to think clearly especially in adverse situations;
• Complete understanding of charting out best possible routes in order to save time and fuel;
• Exceptional city, intercity and interstate navigation skills;
• Capability of working well under pressure especially in adverse situations such as accidents or traffic;
• Good hand-eye coordination.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent driving skills;
• Interpersonal Skills;
• Communication skills, especially verbal;
• Problem analysis and problem – solving;
• Attention to detail and accuracy;
• Adaptability;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Ability to take initiative;
• Time management skills;
• Any other duties/roles that would be assigned to him by the Executive Management from time to time.