Driver -Mafraq (UNESCO Project) – 1 vacancy
-Under the supervision of the Senior Logistic officer/assistant, the Driver is responsible for the transportation of ACTED staff and any other assets given to him appropriately, following ACTED safety and security procedures.
Objectives
Transport ACTED staff and assets safely to all destinations given by the line manager
Duties and Responsibilities
1: General Responsibilities
• To transport ACTED staff within all cities, camps, and districts in which ACTED is operating.
• Regularly update the logbook for each trip (km starts, km stops, hour departure time, hour arrival to destination, etc.); Keep your logbook clean and without many written error/mistakes.
• To fill out mileage log and write down the display meter mileage.
• To provide true and fair report of the covered distances and used fuel to the line manager.
• To submit accurate fuel consumption reports and logbooks to line manager at the end of the month for checking.
• To request from passengers to fill in and sign the logbook for each trip (km start, km stop, hour departure time and hour arrival to destination).
• To strictly refrain from using the vehicle for private needs or for the transportation of persons not involved in ACTED activities.
• To keep the vehicle, clean by washing it weekly and to clean the inside of the vehicle daily.
• To work overtime and on holidays when approved and requested by the Logistic officer.
• Ensure to record each trip on the logbook with the full details (Date, time of the trip, track of the journey, meter reading, passenger’s name & signature, fuel refill & driver’s name/signature)
• To perform any related duties are performed as and when requested by line manager.
2: Passenger Safety
• To bear security/safety responsibility of the passengers on board.
• To make sure the seat belts are fastened both driver and passenger(s) while seated.
• Keep the speed limit of 20 km/h inside Zaatari camp, 40 km/h in cities and 100 km/h while out of cities on highways: respects traffic speed limits/rules while driving all the time. Failing to do so can lead to immediate dismissal.
• To decrease speed, when necessary, like when: passing in front of a school, when animals are visible crossing the road, playgrounds, villages etc.
• Check regularly the “first aid kits” and fire extinguishers inside the vehicle and report any problem to Logistics department.
• To obtain a security clearance prior to departure to the field or another base – when applicable.
• In case of any accidents, due to ignorance of traffic rules and or high speed, driver will be responsible in front of ACTED and the party who have received possible damages.
• To be responsible for following security restrictions while traveling (e.g., curfew, avoiding restricted areas).
• To be responsible for in-time-communication with security or logistics department to inform his and passengers location.
• To have all the necessary contact information in his vehicles (phone contact) and needs to remember the emergency contact numbers.
• Load and unload the vehicle, properly and place items inside vehicle with care and safety measures.
• Note: Failing to follow any of safety rules has immediate reaction as consequence including dismissal.
3: Technical Responsibilities
• Report immediately any technical failure of vehicle to transport focal point in the logistics department.
• Keep the vehicle clean and always in good condition.
• Undertake a check and control of the vehicle on daily basis before starting the engine.
• Report any defect of vehicle to the Logistic Officer without delays.
• To maintain his vehicle in a good condition.
• To carry weekly check of the vehicle and wash his vehicle chassis weekly.
• To load and unload his vehicle; properly roping down the loading of the vehicle.
• To check and keep with care the tools, the toolbox, and other materials of the vehicle.
• To register and check in a Logbook the fuel delivered and the fuel consumption.
• To perform minor maintenance to his car when needed (fixing/changing flat tires).
• Check the spare tire of the vehicle is in good condition and not FLAT.
• If on long missions, ensure to have enough fuel, additional spare tires, and tools
• To park vehicles at designated and approved locations only during out of working hours.
Skills
QUALIFICATIONS:
· A valid driver’s license required, grade 3 or above.
· A good driving record and understanding of auto mechanics required.
· Minimum three years of experience. Working in a donor funded project is preferred.
· Good physical health required.
· Availability for overtime work and field travel is necessary.
· Ability to read and write in Arabic.
. English reading and writing are strongly preferred.
. Ability to work under pressure , and has a good communication with the staff and his Management.
