Vehicle maintenance and inspection
- Perform routine checks on vehicles, including tyres, brakes, fluid levels, and general mechanical condition.
- Advise when service is due and deliver the vehicles to the garage for service or repairs.
- Ensure AABS vehicles are always fueled and keep a record of all fuel refill records.
- Ensure AABS vehicles are always clean, well maintained both inside and out, and ready for use.
Minor mechanical repairs
- Conduct minor mechanical repairs and adjustments like changing tyres, replacing spark plugs, and checking and fixing of vehicle batteries.
- Troubleshoot basic mechanical problems and perform emergency repairs where necessary.
- Maintain and organize vehicle tools and spare parts for quick access during minor repairs.
Documentation and reporting
- Ensure that vehicle log sheets are filled every time the vehicles are in use.
- Keep accurate records of vehicle maintenance, repairs, and fuel refills.
- Report any defects, accidents, violations, or damage to AABS vehicles immediately to the AABS Kenya Program Manager
Vehicle safety and compliance
- Ensure that AABS vehicles comply with safety standards, are roadworthy, and have the necessary documentation (insurance, registration, necessary permits for international travel, etc.)
- Ensure that all driving and mechanical work on AABS vehicles aligns with the ILRI Transport Management Policy and AABS operational policies and goals.
- Ensure that AABS vehicles are locked, parked safely in their designated parking slots, and keys returned to WorldFish Mombasa office at the end of every trip.
Emergency Response
- Respond quickly and appropriately to AABS vehicle breakdowns or accidents, providing necessary assistance to staff and emergency response personnel, and ensuring safety.
- Liaise with external services (e.g., mechanics, tow services) as needed during emergencies.
Support Team Activities
- Maintain regular communication with AABS Kenya work package leads and Program Manager regarding transportation schedule and requirements.
- Actively participate in creating an atmosphere of teamwork by helping to carry luggage for passengers, loading and off-loading vehicles, and assisting in menial tasks when requested, especially out in the field.
- Perform other duties that may be assigned that relate to transport operations for AABS.
Requirements
- Minimum of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
- Must have a clean and valid Kenyan Driving license, Class BCE
- Minimum 3 years of professional driving experience of light and heavy vehicles, particularly manual 4WD vehicles
- Must have hands-on experience in maintaining and performing basic repairs on vehicles
- Must have a valid certificate of good conduct
- Good knowledge of spoken and written English and Kiswahili languages
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate well with diverse culture
- Excellent customer care skills and a team player
- Reliable and able to work effectively, respectfully and with minimal supervision
- Certification or experience in mechanical work is an added advantage
