Drivers job at SWATT Security Uganda

About the Organization

Job Description

Drivers play an essential role in various industries, ensuring the safe and timely transportation of people, goods, and services. Their responsibilities and requirements can vary depending on the type of driving job they hold.

Duties and Responsibilities

Transportation:

Passenger Transport: Safely transporting passengers to their destinations, whether in a taxi, bus, or private vehicle.
Goods Delivery: Delivering goods to various locations, including loading and unloading cargo.

Vehicle Maintenance:

Routine Checks: Performing regular vehicle inspections to ensure that the vehicle is in good working condition.
Maintenance Scheduling: Scheduling and ensuring that regular maintenance and repairs are conducted on the vehicle.
Cleanliness: Keeping the vehicle clean, both inside and out.

Compliance and Safety:

Following Traffic Laws: Adhering to all traffic laws and regulations to ensure safe driving.
Safety Protocols: Following company safety protocols, including wearing seat belts and ensuring that passengers do the same.
Documentation: Maintaining up-to-date documentation, including a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and insurance.

Route Planning:

Efficient Routing: Planning and following the most efficient routes to save time and fuel.
Navigation: Using GPS or other navigation tools to reach destinations accurately and on time.
Adaptability: Adjusting routes in response to traffic conditions, road closures, or other unexpected obstacles.

Customer Service:

Professionalism: Providing excellent customer service, including being polite and helpful to passengers or clients.
Assistance: Assisting passengers with boarding and alighting, and helping with luggage or packages as needed.
Communication: Keeping customers informed about delays or other issues affecting their transport.

Record Keeping:

Logs: Maintaining accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and deliveries.
Receipts and Invoices: Managing receipts and invoices for goods delivered or services provided.
Incident Reports: Reporting any accidents, traffic violations, or vehicle malfunctions to the appropriate authorities or supervisors.

Emergency Handling:

Problem Solving: Handling unexpected situations such as vehicle breakdowns, accidents, or road emergencies.
First Aid: Administering basic first aid if required (having first aid training can be beneficial).

Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

Education and Qualifications:

High School Diploma: Typically, a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle being driven (e.g., car, truck, bus).
Special Endorsements: Additional endorsements may be required for certain types of vehicles, such as commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) for truck drivers or passenger endorsements for bus drivers.

Experience:

Driving Experience: Proven experience as a driver, with a clean driving record.
Specific Experience: Experience driving specific types of vehicles (e.g., trucks, buses) may be required.

Skills and Competencies:

Driving Skills: Proficient and safe driving skills, with the ability to operate the vehicle under various conditions.
Navigation Skills: Good knowledge of local routes and navigation skills using maps or GPS.
Customer Service Skills: Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Physical Fitness:

Health Requirements: Meeting physical and health requirements to ensure the ability to drive safely, including good vision and hearing.
Stamina: The ability to sit for long periods and handle physical tasks such as loading and unloading cargo.

How to Apply

Suitable candidates should submit their documents to the
head office at plot 4600 luwaffu kizungu Makindye or submit via email to: hr@swattsecurity.com
Tel: 0759 430003/0393 284683

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