Backup Driver- Beirut

Responsibilities ands Duties Driving and passenger security Ensure that only MSF drivers or persons approved by the Head of Mission (HoM) drive MSF vehicles, and report any transgression of this rule to the line manager. Ensure that only authorised persons are transported, i.e.: MSF personnel, persons working (temporarily) for or in collaboration with MSF, and persons requiring urgent medical assistance, with the prior authorisation of a medical supervisor. Ensure that all non-MSF passengers that have been authorised by a medical supervisor or a Coordinator complete and sign the disclaimer. Ensure that any travel in MSF vehicles and any transportation of non-MSF persons and/or goods has been approved by the duty Coordinator, in line with the procedures in force. Before setting off, inform all passengers that their seatbelts must be fastened, whether in the front or the rear of the vehicle; it is not the duty of the driver to insist that seatbelts be fastened. Must never transport passengers in the back of pick-up trucks, other than in an emergency (transportation of urgent cases, evacuation, etc.) and with the exceptional authorisation of one of the medical or logistics Coordinators. Must drive carefully, comply with the highway code and the speed limits specified in the Logbook; must adjust the speed of the vehicle when approaching populated areas, taking into account the condition of the road, the load on the vehicle, the technical condition of the vehicle and the weather conditions, ensuring the security of both passengers and other drivers. Ensure that all security rules established for the Mission are followed when passing through roadblocks, customs, checkpoints, etc. Must not, under any circumstances, smoke in or near MSF vehicles when transporting flammable materials (gas cylinders, etc.) and must ensure that all passengers observe this rule. Ensure that the assigned vehicle contains: the Logbook, disclaimer forms, complete emergency medical kit, tools (jack, straps, ropes, etc.) and reserve equipment specified in the Logbook. In the event that the aforementioned equipment is missing or faulty, immediately inform the line manager. Protect the vehicle as far as possible against risks/accidents/theft, ensuring in particular that the vehicle is parked safely (at night, during holidays, etc.). Ensure that the vehicle is always clean (inside and out) and in running order, in accordance with the instructions in the Logbook. Check, each morning, the condition of the radio equipment in the vehicle, if applicable, or his/her mobile telephone. Ensure that the toolbox and the vehicle rescue kit are always in the vehicle when travelling beyond the perimeter defined by the HoM and/or the Field Coordinator. Perform or take part in all inspections (daily, weekly, periodic – ABC, etc.) specified in the Logbook. Check the schedule for periodic servicing, and ensure that the vehicle arrives on time. Add fuel when the level is below half a tank and before each weekend or public holiday. Then fill out the fuel supply card and give it to the line manager each month. Check that the load is properly secured and distributed, and load/unload his/her vehicle him/herself. Check the condition of the vehicle after it has been used by another driver. Correctly complete and update the Logbook (mileage, petrol receipts, services, repairs, accidents, other incidents, etc.) and disclaimers. Must be in possession of a valid driving licence and check that the registration documents and other papers in the vehicle are up to date; if they are not, inform the line manager in time to renew the documents before they expire. Report all movements (if the vehicle is stationary) or ask a passenger to report them: call upon departure, location, number and names of passengers, destination, call upon arrival. Upkeep of the vehicle Administration and communication The driver must not, under any circumstances, report this information while driving. When making deliveries, deliver the shipping documents to the recipient, check the condition of the goods delivered with the recipient and return the duly completed and signed documents to the logistician. Must remain close to the vehicle and contactable (radio, mobile telephone) at all times; if he/she needs to leave the vehicle, ensure that another member of staff looks after it during his/her absence. Perform maintenance of any mechanical equipment (vehicles, generator, etc.) specified by the technical adviser, checking this equipment daily. If necessary, inform passengers of any rules concerning security, particularly with regard to which places/roads are or are not authorised. In the event of mechanical problems, immediately inform the line manager. In the event of an incident, inform the line manager and/or technical adviser, as well as the local authorities.