Driver - Nadarivatu (Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development, Disaster Management)

The position will perform a range of functions including driving and maintaining vehicle; undertaking messenger duties and providing general assistance related to the efficient operation of the office.

Key Responsibilities

1. Transportation of office staff for work-related purposes, including meeting and workshops and any other runs assigned by immediate supervisor.

2. Preparation and completion of running sheets by keeping proper records of mileage, refueling and servicing to ensure a proper audit trail

3. Ensure the safety of the vehicle and passengers at all times when on duty.

4. Ensure vehicles are serviced on time and schedule vehicle servicing time with Transport Officer

5. Collection and delivery of mails and other materials as required to and from the post office, government agencies and other Ministries.

6. Responsible for the vehicle they drive by ensuing daily checkup and must see that they are kept in good running order and free from damage and accidents and report on defects, accidents or violations.

7. Support the team by providing administrative support including photocopying, collating, binding and distributing documents as instructed.

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. 18 months clean driving experiencing in a public or private sector.
2. 2. Understanding of Traffic Act and other Transport Rules and Regulation of the Land Transport Authority.
3. 3. Valid Group 2 , 6 Driving License and clean driving record.
4. 4. Attainment of a Certificate in Defensive Driving is compulsory.
5. 5. Sound knowledge on basic car maintenance.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Excellent driving skills.
2. 2. Displays personal integrity, honesty, and discretion.
3. 3. Good communication and basic writing skills.
4. 4. Ability to work under pressure and beyond normal hours.
5. 5. Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations (e.g. at rush hour).
6. 6. Service oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting the operation and corporate environment of the organization.

Additional Information

Applicants for employment in the Ministry must be a Fijian Citizen, under age 60, in sound health, with a clear police record. The successful applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance as a condition of employment.

The Ministry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all eligible, qualified applicants. Only the specific knowledge, experience, skills and abilities required for the job will be considered in assessing the relative suitability of applicants.

Contact Information

Further clarifications may be directed to Ms. Nitisha Divika at HR Unit on telephone 3313400 ext 354116.