Driver

MISSION

Goal / Purpose:

The driver uses Solidarités International vehicles and/or boats for transporting goods and people, according to Solidarités International procedures.

He/she makes all journeys in accordance with established schedules.

JOB

List of main tasks:

• Care/vehicle maintenance/monitoring
• Maintain the vehicle and his/her equipment and ensure the safety of all passengers
• Take part in the basic upkeep of the vehicle, carry out up-to-date care and maintenance of the vehicle according to established procedures and immediately inform his/her line manager of any problems
• Keep the vehicle clean
• Fill in the log-book and monitoring documents
• Supervise the loading and unloading of the vehicle as well as the organization and safety of packages in his/her vehicle

Security:

• Respect the traffic rules, speed limits and braking distances and adjust his/her speed according to road conditions
• He/she must wear a seat belt, safety helmet or lifejacket at all times and make sure that all passengers follow this rule
• Ensure that visibility equipment is available onboard the vehicle
• Follow the established procedure in the case of an accident
• Before each journey, check that all vehicle documentation, a break-down kit, and other safety equipment is onboard the vehicle and that the communications equipment is in good working order
• Keep base informed  by radio of his/her movements and listen to HF and VHF radio
• Stay close to the vehicle and be available at all times
• Ensure that  passengers and vehicle return before nightfall
• Ensure that there is enough fuel for each trip
• Do not carry passengers who do not belong to the organization unless a disclaimer has been signed, in agreement with the line manager
• Do not carry passengers carrying arms or wearing military uniform
• Park the vehicle in a suitable place, ‘ready to leave’

Professional experience & Hard skills:

•  23 years old or over. Hold valid driving liscnece for at least 3 years. Proven driving skills.
• Personal qualities & soft skills:
• Flexible with overtime/working hours;-Understand the priorities;
•  Enable to work in stress and in emergency;
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment is an asset;
• Ability to communicate in English;
• Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs;
• High sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact in a good team worker;
• Flexible with other tasks dedicated.