Driver

Job Purpose

• To provide safe, reliable, and efficient transportation of employees, goods, documents, and other authorised materials while ensuring the proper maintenance and upkeep of assigned company vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport employees, management personnel, visitors, goods, and company materials as assigned.
• Ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of authorised passengers and deliveries.
• Comply with all traffic regulations, road safety standards, and company driving policies.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections before and after every trip.
• Monitor vehicle condition, fuel consumption, mileage, and maintenance schedules.
• Report mechanical faults, accidents, damages, and other vehicle-related issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate vehicle movement, trip, fuel, and maintenance records.
• Ensure assigned vehicles are clean, properly maintained, and in good working condition.
• Verify delivery documents and ensure the safe transportation and handling of company goods.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism when dealing with employees, customers, and external stakeholders.
• Perform other driving-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Zero preventable accidents and traffic violations.
• Timely and reliable transportation services.
• Proper vehicle maintenance and cleanliness.
• Accurate completion of trip and vehicle movement records.
• Efficient fuel consumption and responsible vehicle usage.
• Compliance with company driving and safety policies.

Educational Qualification

• Minimum of SSCE/WAEC.
• A valid Nigerian driver's licence appropriate for the assigned vehicle category.
• Defensive driving certification or additional driving training will be an added advantage.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 2–3 years' professional driving experience.
• Experience driving within a corporate, logistics, or manufacturing environment will be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with Lagos and Ogun State road networks.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent driving and road safety skills.
• Good knowledge of traffic regulations and defensive driving practices.
• Basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting knowledge.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sense of responsibility, punctuality, and time management.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain accurate records.
• High level of integrity, discipline, and professionalism.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.

Personal Attributes:

• Honest, dependable, and safety-conscious.
• Physically fit and capable of performing assigned duties.
• Courteous, patient, and professional.
• Flexible and willing to work extended hours when operationally required.