U.S. Embassy & Consulates in South Africa Chauffeur/Driver Jobs

U.S. Embassy & Consulates in South Africa Chauffeur/Driver Jobs

Duties

The incumbent operates safely and efficiently an unarmored U.S. Government-owned or leased motor vehicle to transport passengers and/or cargo. Works as messenger as directed.

Chauffeur Responsibilities

As one of several motor pool chauffeurs, receives work assignments from the Dispatcher to transport State and/or other Agency personnel or cargo.

Operates Embassy vehicles in the transportation of official visitors in support of U.S. Government’s official activities.

Assumes duty driver responsibility on a rotational basis. Incumbent may be required to make trips that require out-of-town stays.

Maintains vehicle in a clean and serviceable condition, to include cleaning the interior and exterior of the vehicle.

Performs basic vehicle inspection in accordance with established schedules and policies.

Prepares trip reports, vehicle use and fuel logs. Estimates fuel consumption for trips.

Safeguards U.S. Government property and uses U.S. Government resources efficiently, including the fuel-efficient operation of vehicles.

May drive armored vehicles, as needed.

Messengers Responsibilities

To include mail, cargo, documents pickup and delivery, as assigned.

Handles cash up to $1,000 and/or handle government fuel credit card for vehicle with $300 limit.

Provides driver support for the Ambassador or DCM in the absence of their regularly-assigned chauffeurs, as directed.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in driving is required.

Job Knowledge:

Must have a good working knowledge of the city and its environment, including driving routes and traffic patterns.

Must be familiar with the location of hospitals,

police and fire stations within the city and its immediate surroundings.

Education Requirements:

Successful completion of high school education (matric) is required.

Evaluations:

Language:

Limited knowledge in reading, writing and speaking in English is required. (This will be tested).

A good working knowledge of reading, writing and speaking in any other official South African language is required. (This will be tested).

Skills and Abilities:

Must hold a valid driver’s license with PrDP. (Driving test will be conducted).

Must have the ability to read maps and plan driving routes.

Must have good verbal communication skills, and an ability to handle all persons with professionalism and discretion.

Must be able to perform basic vehicle inspection and must possess intermediate level automotive maintenance skills.

Must have basic computer skills to maintain reports and for communication purposes.

Operates level C or D armored vehicle with defensive driving skills.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; U.S. Embassy & Consulates in South Africa Chauffeur/Driver Jobs

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