Driver (Open)(Ministry of Health and Medical Services)

The position ensures provision of all approved requests with reliability and safe driving services to the patients and staff whilst maintaining integrity with a sense of confidentiality and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

1. Transport officials in a safe, timely and effective manner whilst on official duty.

2. Maintain the vehicle in good working condition

3. Ensure that vehicle documentation, recordings and reports are submitted on a timely manner.

4. Plan and facilitate all vehicle runs with due economy and according to transport regulations.

5. Abide by all road rules and requirements under the transport policy

6. Actively contribute to all corporate requirements of the Ministry

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. Minimum 18 months driving experience on a full valid license class 2 to 6 in a similar work environment
2. 2. Good knowledge on vehicle maintenance, cleanliness and transport rules & regulations;
3. 3. Basic knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety
4. 4. Understanding of Land Transport Authority regulation for Drivers and Vehicles and other applicable transportation laws of Fiji;

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Ability to drive safely and in accordance to relevant rules and regulations
2. 2. Ability to drive various class of vehicles including manual and automatic.
3. 3. Good communication skills both verbal and written
4. 4. Ability to work effectively with a team
5. 5. Ability to plan and manage daily work effectively
6. 6. Ability to travel on official duties to all the health facilities in Fiji.
7. 7. Good customer service skills with a service oriented approach and commitment to supporting the operational and corporate environment of the organization.

Additional Information

Key Performance Indicators

Performance will be measured through the following indicators:

1. Passengers reach respective destinations safely and with comfort within agreed time of travel.

2. Daily submission of vehicle records such as running sheets, maintenance, fuel and other reports when necessary.

3. Maintenance and daily cleanliness of vehicle ensuring excellent working condition

4. Participate in all corporate functions of the Ministry as and when required

Contact Information

For any enquires please contact Mr Netava Mua on email netava.mua@health.gov.fj or telephone 3306177 ext 340173