Driver at Mott MacDonald

Candidate Specification

Accountabilities:

• Provide a courteous and efficient service to all internal /external customers, and is a valuable first point of contact for external customers visiting the state/country
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report maintenance needs promptly;
• Drive carefully and safely at all times in line with international driving standards, and checks to ensure that passengers, other road users and the vehicle in his care are safe;
• Ensure that all vehicle reports are duly approved and prepared on a monthly basis; records of mileage, fuel and maintenance costs made available to supervisor on or before scheduled dates;
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and roadworthy state at all times;
• Ensure that approval for repairs is always obtained before taking the vehicle to the garage;
• Ensure adherence to transport policy on vehicle usage;
• Establishe good and considerate working relationships with all staff in the organisation, demonstrating respect for their own roles and responsibilities;
• Be available outside standard hours in case of emergency and during missions;
• Undertake missions work in provinces other than normal location with overnight allowance if necessary;
• Ensure compliance with local administrative procedures required in the event of an accident
• Be responsible for in-vehicle equipment

Essential competencies /skills:

• Valid category B driving license since at least 5 years
• Must be over 18years of age;
• Demonstrable defensive driving skills (in town and on dirt roads);
• Good communication skills;
• Basic routine maintenance and vehicle handling skills;
• Excellent knowledge of the city and major motorways in Nigeria and (Lagos state) in particular;
• Willingness to be flexible and prepared to contribute to the company in other duties as required

Required academic / professional qualifications, training and experience:

• Certified professional driving training (preferred);
• Fluent English & local language;
• Minimum of OND