Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
2023 Drivers (Tatu Day & Athi River Day Campuses)

ABOUT THE ROLE
Key responsibilities for the role include:
• Operate the school motor vehicle in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Ensure that “door to door” policy for dropping and picking of pupils is maintained.
• Follow planned route on a time schedule
• Work together with the bus assistant in maintaining order in the bus.
• Report and document any vehicle defect on daily basis.
• Observe speed limits and all other road signs
• Fuel allocated vehicle as per fueling schedule.
• Drive pupils to educational trips, sports activities and any other school activity in a safe manner.
• Document actual mileage, timings and destination in the vehicle movement book before commencement of any trip.
• Undertake daily routine checks for tyres, oil, radiator coolant and lights.
• Ensure the allocated school motor vehicle is kept clean on daily basis.
• Notify Transport Manager of any accident/incident immediately.
• Notify Transport Manager of any delay, route diversion and riots.
• Follow Emergency policy when involved in emergencies or accident.
• Ensure the school motor vehicle is safely and securely parked on campus and when on trips.
• Ensure that all pupils on route are on board before journey start.
• Ensure all on board are aware of rules and responsibilities as passengers
• Maintain order and discipline in the school motor vehicle.
• Perform any other duties as assigned on behalf of the organization including running errands, transporting staff and ferrying students to the hospital for emergency cases.

Compliance with Internal Policies, Standards, National Laws & Regulations
• Adhere to the stipulated standards and conduct outlined by the Nova Pioneer Transport Policy, the Nova Pioneer Employee Handbook and other relevant policies.
• Ensure that all National and County Legal requirements such as licenses, permits or certificates are met and continually kept current or updated. This includes any motor vehicle licenses, approvals, certificates and permits.
• Champion & Promote Safety & Best Work Practices
• Conduct weekly workplace inspection to ascertain adherence to the Workplace Health & Safety Protocols and other relevant standards.
• Participate and own all Health & Safety initiatives that may be recommended by the Health & Safety Committee or other Organisation or School Leadership organs.
• Responsibly handle and operate tools, equipment and machinery according to the prescribed manufacturer’s recommendations and safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor.
• Keep the workshop, equipment and tools in a safe operating condition.

Live the Nova Pioneer Culture
• Fully embrace Nova Pioneer’s culture, values and beliefs and promote them to students, staff, parents and members of the outside community.
• Work collaboratively and cohesively in a team, being mindful and respectful of each person’s contributions and style.
• Maintain the adopted Nova Pioneer Transport Policy approach of door-to-door student pick-up and drop-off.
• Ensure the strict adherence of the various Transport Services Standard Operating Procedures.
• Attend and participate in team meetings that arise throughout the school year.

Operational Excellence
• Proactively monitor and report/act on Customer Feedback.
• Adhere to the Transport Services Safety and Operating Procedures and provide timely feedback.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all relevant records.
• Performs other duties as assigned by your Manager from time to time.

ABOUT YOU
Skills and Qualifications required:
• Diploma in Auto-mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Knowledge of highway code and school bus regulations.
• Possess a PSV License.
• Possess a BCE- Class Driving License for more than 8 years.
• Must Possess a recent (not older than 6 months) Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Recommendation from 3 previous employers.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with school bus transportation.
• Ability to operate the school bus in a safe and responsible manner.
• Client service and public interaction skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills.
• First aid knowledge.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

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