Driver

Internal Job Grade                      -

<F1>

Contract type                              -

Fixed Term 12 months,

Reporting to                               -

<Logistics Officer - Beirut>

Staff reporting to this post         -

<None>

Locations                                      -

<Tripoli> and geographical area to be covered in the role.

Shaping a stronger Oxfam for people living in poverty.

Job Purpose

To drive Oxfam vehicles, being responsible for the vehicle, the passengers, equipment and their safety.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Driving:

• To drive at a safe and legal speed as requested by Logistics.
• To wear a seat belt and ensure that passengers in the front seats also wear their seat belts at all times.
• To immediately notify manager as well as the local authorities of any accident in which the vehicle is involved.

General

• Have good knowledge of the geographically assigned environment.
• Understands and follows all traffic rules and regulations
• To ensure correct loading and unloading of the vehicle.
• To keep the vehicle clean and road-worthy, re-fuel and ensure that the tank never falls below half tank capacity. This includes daily and weekly checks.
• To complete the vehicle log book, and ensure tools and spare parts, first aid kit and spare tyre(s) are in kept in the vehicle and are in good condition.
• To make sure all necessary vehicle documents (e.g. insurance, registration documents, etc.) are present in the vehicle and up to date.
•  To immediately report any technical failure, damage or need for maintenance to the manager, and note details in the vehicle log book.
• To keep track of the scheduled service time of the vehicle, to make sure that servicing is performed in time.
• To assist in small local purchases and general logistic activities
• To represent Oxfam in a respectful and professional manner and always act in accordance with Oxfam Code of Conduct.

Technical Skills, Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Valid Public driving licence, sound driving skills and experience (a test must be carried out by Oxfam staff).
• Sufficient written and spoken English
• Basic servicing and maintenance skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work long hours.