The British High Commission (BHC) Accra has a vacancy for S1 Driver position at the Transport section.

The Transport section handles the day to day transportation needs of the High Commission.

The main elements of the job include:

•   Operating assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
•   Maintaining defensive driving
•   Reads and interprets maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for customers, and reads and interprets road signs in English
•   Presents safety briefing to passengers prior to each trip departure
•   Keeps the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside
•   Checks water, gas, oil and mechanical condition before leaving on run.
•   Reports delays and accidents.
•   Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, customer transportation forms, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested from management
•   Reports defects or problems with vehicle to supervisor.
•   Perform minor vehicle repairs; skilled in reasoning skills to interpret policies and procedures, maps, and route directions; and ability to administer First Aid,
•   Performs minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required;
•   Fuels the assigned vehicle(s)
•   Coordinates the schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management and staff to minimize service interruptions
•   Responds immediately to accident or medical emergencies by notifying emergency response providers, and rendering First Aid until emergency personnel arrive
•   Provides a communication link between customers and staff
•   Assists passengers, including handicapped, in and out of the vehicle; operates ramps, lifts and securement devices as needed
•   Performs such other duties as may be required.

Qualification Required & Experience

Acceptable Experience and Training:

•   Must have basic education (O Level or SSCE or MSLC)
•   Must have a minimum 10 years driving experience
•   Must possess and maintain a safe driving record
•   Must possess the required valid Driving licence of CLASS F
•   Must have a good knowledge of driving in Accra and other parts of the country.
•   Special Requirements
•   Must take and successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, as well as at random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug and alcohol tests.
•   Training on highway safety rules and regulations.
•   Must pass an annual physical examination.

The skills/attributes of the successful applicant will include

•   Assuming responsibility for tasks with minimum supervision, delivering to deadlines
•   Willingness to be flexible and, if required, take on tasks outside those of a driver.
•   Good communicating skills in speaking and writing
•   The ability to remain customer focused, polite and courteous under pressure.
•   Excellent team player
•   Computer skills are not part of the job but would be an advantage

The successful applicant is likely to have one or more of:

•   Ability to drive a multi-passenger vehicle safely and appropriately,
•   ability to read and interpret road signs in English;
•   ability to read, understand, and adhere to the rules and regulations of the Driving and vehicular Licensing Authority
•   ability to establish effective professional relationships with customers, co-workers, and upper level staff and employees
•   ability to prepare concise and accurate records and reports;
•   extensive knowledge of the operations and features of assigned vehicle(s)
•   ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs

The successful applicant will need to

•   Observe the Foreign and Commonwealth Offices diversity and equality policies
•   Show some flexibility over working hours

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Information for applicants
The monthly salary range for S1 positions in the BHC is between GHc 712-Ghc1,062. The starting salary for this position is Ghc712.00

The appointment will be offered on a 1 year contract and subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period. Thereafter, the appointment will be renewed subject to satisfactory performance, by mutual agreement.

Candidates should complete an application form which can be obtained from this link: www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-high-commission-accra/about/recruitment#current-vacancies add their CVs and cover letter and send for the attention of:

HR Manager
British High Commission
Osu Link, off Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue
PO Box 296, Accra

with the envelope clearly marked S1 Driver

Closing Date: 09 October, 2013

Regrettably only those candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted. The successful applicant will be expected to start work as soon as possible thereafter.

The successful applicant will need to pass (or have passed) an internal security clearance process.

The British High Commission Accra is an Equal Opportunities Employer. More information about the work of the British High Commission in Ghana can be found at http://ukinghana.fco.gov.uk/en/