Contract
Driver
Rustenburg, North West
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About this role
Employer: International Facilities Services
1. Purpose of the Role
* To render driving services to the site as needed.
2. Key Responsibilities
2.1. Collection and Delivery
* Collect goods, documents and people from set locations and make deliveries or take individuals to the designated locations by the correct time.
* Ensure the documentation associated with collections and deliveries has been correctly completed and submitted.
Perform a thorough check of the vehicle prior to departure:
* Check fuel and oil levels in the vehicle before loading goods.
* Inspect the vehicle to assure the working conditions of brakes, lights, wipers, windshield, fire extinguisher, flares and other safety equipment.
* Ensure the vehicle is clean at all times.
* Complete the trip log for each trip.
* Load and unload goods and ensure the associated records are correct.
* Facilitate the overall maintenance and regular servicing of the vehicle.
* Record all relevant information when re-fuelling the vehicle.
* Ensure that cargo is well secured.
* Maintain a log of activities, condition of the vehicle and any accidents.
* Report improper loading of cargo and any incident/accident while in transit.
2.2. Safety, Health, Environment and Risk Compliance
* Inspect the freight and vehicle for compliance with all relevant regulations.
* Obey all traffic laws and transportation procedures.
* Inspect and maintain vehicle standards and report any mechanical problems or repairs needed.
* Report any accidents to the Camp Manager immediately or at least within 24 hours.
* Ensure compliance with the Company Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Code as it pertains to driving.
2.3. Effective Teamwork and Self-Management
* Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development.
* Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
* Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
* Manage colleagues’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
* Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
KNOWLEDGE/COMPETENCE
* What skills, knowledge, and/or attributes are necessary to perform the role?
1. Knowledge
* Vehicle and all its parts
* Basic mechanical knowledge to handle minor repair
* Skill to manoeuver large vehicles on highways and traffic routes
* GPS technology
* Transport and road regulations.
2. Skills
* Literacy
* Numeracy
* Interpersonal
3. Attributes
* Integrity
* Attentive
* Dependable
* People orientated
* Time management
QUALIFICATION ANDEXPERIENCE
* Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
* Training in advanced driving skills
* 3 years’ experience as a driver
* Applicable driver’s licence (Code 10 and PDP)