View Vacancy - Driver S1 (43/22 ACC)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Driver / Messenger

Main purpose of job:

To provide reliable and courteous transportation service to customers with safety as top priority; to provide a communication link between customers and staff; to operate and maintain assigned vehicle(s); and to maintain vehicle and customer records.

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Operate assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
  • Maintain defensive driving
  • Provide a communication link between customers and staff,
  • Assist all passengers in and out of the vehicle; operate ramps, lifts and secure devices as needed
  • Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for customers, and read and interpret road signs in English;
  • Present safety briefing to passengers prior to each trip departure;
  • Keep the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside;
  • Check water, gas, oil and mechanical condition before leaving on run.
  • Report delays and accidents.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, customer transportation forms, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested from management;
  • Report defects or problems with vehicle to supervisor.
  • Perform minor vehicle repairs;
  • Interpret policies and procedures, maps, and route directions; and ability to administer First Aid,
  • Perform minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required;
  • Fuel the assigned vehicle(s);
  • Coordinate the schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management and staff to minimize service interruptions;
  • Respond immediately to accident or medical emergencies by notifying emergency response providers, and rendering First Aid until emergency personnel arrive
  • Register vehicles at the DVLA for both official and private UK Based Staff.
  • Perform minor protocol duties at the Airport.

Other Duties:

  • Paid Work after hours and be called on when there is an emergency to attend to
  • Perform such other duties as may be required.
  • A valid driving licence class D - F
Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Working Together
8 December 2022
S1
Permanent
Africa
Ghana
Accra
British High Commission
3
USD
USD 392.50
2 January 2023

Learning and development opportunities:

There will be on-the-job training initially on the High Commission’s operating systems, support from the network and access to the High Commission’s excellent online training, available to all staff. We offer a good L&D environment and encourage staff to develop their skills and expertise.

 

Working patterns:

 Monday to Friday 07:00 to 17:00, 35 hours per week

  • All applicants must be legally able to work in Ghana with the correct visa/status or work permit.
  • The successful applicant will demonstrate that they meet the requirements under Ghanaian law to work in Ghana.
  • The British High Commission in Accra is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
  • Staff recruited locally by the British High Commission in Accra are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Ghanaian employment law.
  • Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
  • Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link:

    https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles

  • Please note:  AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5.
  • Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted.
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This opportunity is closed to applications.