Driver - Foundation for Professional Development

The main purpose of the position:

The main purpose of this position is to ensure the secure transportation of goods, staff, and patients to and from the required destinations as well as assist with general duties.

Scope of Work:

• Safely transport equipment, staff, participants and/or other personnel to various research sites and required locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner daily while always observing road rules.

• Driving and maintenance of company vehicle in accordance with FPD Motor Vehicle Policy.

• Effective communication with the sites and laboratory regarding the transport schedule, times, and arrangements.

• Maintain a monthly logbook of mileage done and document mileage daily.

• Ensure company vehicles are properly maintained and always cleaned.

• Maintain a professional image and attitude with clients, visitors, and co?workers.
• Always keep time schedule.

• Fulfil administrative duties including vehicle register and stock overviews, office pickups and transporting staff where necessary.

• To maintain confidentiality always.
• To perform any reasonable other study duty as requested by the managers.

Qualifications, driver’s license, and permit requirements:

• Grade 12

• Valid driver’s license (code 08).
• Professional Driving Permit (PDP).

Working / Industry experience required:

• Minimum 1 – 2 years’ driving experience in a research environment or related organization or company

• Experience in driving company vehicles.

• Familiarity and in-depth knowledge of Eastern Cape.
• Previous experience as a driver of passengers and goods.

Additional requirements:

• The ability to operate electronic devices such as a computer, laptop, tablet, and cellphone.

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English and Xhosa.

• Willingness to undergo a driving skills assessment as part of the selection process.