Driver and Mechanic
Provide driving services to enhance transport support for World Vision.
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Overview
Provide driving services to enhance transport support for World Vision.
You have:
- MSCE Certificate
- Not less than five years' experience in similar capacity
- A relevant clean Driving License
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Defensive Driving Certificate
- Professional Driving Permit
- Excellent communication skills in English and Chichewa (oral and written)
- Experience in driving high profile delegates
- Have a good working relationship with the team
- Eager to learn and work without supervision in harsh environments
- Exposure in community development work
With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!
Key Responsibilities:
Purpose of Position
To provide driving services to World Vision Malawi staff in order to enhance the Ministry's support in transport services.
Key Responsibilities
Utilizes vehicles for World Vision projects or general office related matters as assigned
Drives responsibly, following traffic directions and respecting established speed limits and any other internal regulations for the use of vehicles
Maintains daily logbooks which include: kilometers driven each day, party driven or task assignment, any irregularities or damage to vehicle, any maintenance carried out on the vehicle
Reports any accident or incident within 24 hours to the immediate supervisor and the Fleet and Security Coordinator
Provides the log books on daily basis to the Administrative Officer and the Senior Driver so a database is kept for the vehicle/fuel usage charges
Drives project staff including visitors
Performs preventative and predictive maintenance of vehicles by carrying out general maintenance including cleaning, tyre pressure, brake fluid, radiator, oil check , fuel supply, and spare tyre
Provides vehicle performance report for each service and highlight any potential problem that has not been dealt with in the current service
Knowledge, abilities, qualifications and experience required;
o MSCE Certificate,
o Not less than five years’ experience in similar capacity.
o A relevant clean Driving License
o Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
o Defensive Driving Certificate
o Professional Driving Permit
o Excellent communication skills in English and Chichewa (oral and written).
o Experience in driving high profile delegates
o Have a good working relationship with the team.
o Eager to learn and work without supervision in harsh environments
o Exposure in community development work.
NOTE: This is a Temporary Position
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants Only
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to work under pressure while driving? | This question assesses your ability to handle stressful situations on the road. | Provide a concrete example where you maintained safety and followed protocols. |
| What steps do you take to ensure the vehicle is in good condition before a trip? | The interviewer wants to know your maintenance routine and attention to detail. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle conflicts with passengers or during team interactions? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to adapt to changing driving conditions. What did you do? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you prioritize tasks if you have multiple assignments for the day? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of your experience driving high-profile delegates? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What safety protocols do you follow while driving, and why are they important? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about your experience working in a team environment, and how you contributed to its success. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Updated 3 months ago
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Source:
wvi.org
