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International Development Enterprises is Currently Recruiting: Driver/Mechanic

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  • Company: International Development Enterprises
  • Location: Zambia
  • State: Lusaka
  • Job type: Full-Time
  • Job category: Administrative/Secretarial Jobs in Zambia

Position: Mechanic/Driver
Location: Lusaka
Employment Status: Contract

iDE Zambia is a not-for-profit organization committed to creating income and livelihood opportunities for poor, rural households. We design and support the uptake of innovative and affordable market-based products and services in Agriculture. iDE Zambia headquarters are in Lusaka, with sub-offices in North Western, Copperbelt, Central, Lusaka and Southern province

Objective:

Under the direct supervision of the Administrator, the Driver/Mechanic is responsible for fleet management for iDE Zambia.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Routine service and maintenance of motor vehicles and bikes.
  • Operate iDE Zambia vehicles in a safe and courteous manner and strictly obeys traffic rules at all times.
  • Maintenance and ensure that all iDE Zambia motor vehicles/bikes are roadworthy and in a presentable manner.
  • Transport personnel and visitors to and from different destinations as required and adherence to traffic rules and regulations.
  • Maintain accurate logs books and ensure all vehicle log sheets are updated on a daily basis.
  • Do safety checks and maintain vehicles in safe and clean operating conditions including washing of vehicles.
  • Daily checks of fuel, oil, transmission fluid, and coolant levels and air pressure in tires.
  • Report all vehicle safety problems and accidents promptly.
  • Attending to breakdown vehicles and motorbikes in and out of town.
  • Obtaining of quotations for motor vehicles/bikes spares and other quotations that may be requested.
  • Preparation of purchase requisition for vehicle repairs and maintenance costs.
  • Preparation of monthly fuel, vehicle, and maintenance reports.
  • Filing of documents related to motor vehicles/bikes
  • Assisting the Administrator with the preparation of asset listing for  motor     vehicles/bikes
  • Perform other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and attributes:

  • Grade 12 school Certificate.
  • Diploma/Certificate in mechanics.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license preferably class A, B and C1.
  • At least five years of previous work experience as a mechanic driver.
  • Experience with NGO is an added advantage.
  • Knowledge of vehicle tracker.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft word and excel.
  • Appreciable level in both spoken and written English.
  • Knowledge of general vehicle maintenance.
  • Ability to drive under difficult situations.
  • Demonstrate accuracy in filling out paperwork.
  • Ability to interact with employees with tact, courtesy, and discretion.
  • Ability to work under minimum supervision
Method of Application

If you meet the above requirement, kindly send your CV with covering letter to [email protected].

Closing date 12th August 2020.

iDE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.