Colgene Taxi is a corporate taxi company leveraging technology to connect drivers to riders. We use smart phone applications available on IOS and Android phones to provide safe, comfortable and reliable movement in the city of Abuja. Our services include: Pickups, Driver's Administration, Fleet management, Corporate Transportation Services, Ride-hailing, Hire Purchase, and Colgene Automobile Care Service. We employ the services of professional and well-trained drivers to guarantee our riders safety and comfort.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Driver
Location:Gwarimpa, Abuja
Job Summary
We are looking to hire a Driver who demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different backgrounds.
Responsibilities
The driver will be responsible for the following:
Performs daily inspection of all vehicles to ensure cleanliness, functionality and safety. Report any issue to logistics officer
Ensure that vehicles are kept perfect and clean at all times by washing both the inside and outside parts of the vehicle
Carry out routine checks on vehicles and ensure they are sound
Perform periodic maintenance on vehicles, such as changing batteries and motor oil at appropriate time, as well as refuelling the car(s) water, brakes, tires, etc
Report any case of accident, injury or damage of vehicles to the Admin team
Dress professionally and in accordance with company’s dress code
Performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs, regular servicing and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean and trip ready.
Ensures that the steps required by the rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in a crash
Pick up clients from the place and at the time they’ve requested
Assist clients with loading and unloading their luggage
Adjust the route to avoid heavy traffic or road constructions, as needed
Answer clients’ questions about the area and local places of interest
Performs other duties as required.
Requirements
Availability to take up weekend and night shifts
A polite and professional disposition
Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations (e.g. at rush hour)
Can communicate politely in English
Must reside within Abuja
Must be ready for immediate engagement.
Must have a minimum of OND / HND / B.Sc
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be a very dedicated and committed individual
Must be willing to travel when required
Must possess good oral and written communication skills.
Must pay attention to detail
Minimum of 5 years experience as a Driver, clean safe driving record with no traffic violations (within a corporate environment is an added advantage)
Age: Not more than 45 years.
Proficient knowledge of roads / routes in Abuja.
Minimum visual acuity of 20/50 (or corrected to 20/50)
Familiarity with GPS, Google Maps devices
Ability to lift heavy packages and luggage
Must be able to drive long distance.
Remuneration
Very attractive, highly competitive and negotiable.
Application Closing Date
3rd February, 2020.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should come for a walk-in interview or send in their applications with a detailed CV/Resume, copy of valid Driver's licence and three verifiable references, attaching all credentials and birth certificates or statutory declaration of Age to: Head, Administration and Human Resources Department,
Colgene Taxi,
Plot 1155 Mike Adenuga Jnr. Street,
69 Road, Gwarimpa,
Abuja.
Or
To: [email protected] using the job title as the subject.
Note
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview also, proximity to job location will be an added advantage.