States Project Drivers at Tractrac MSL

Tractrac MSL is an agricultural mechanization service intervention aimed at enhancing access of smallholder farmers to affordable and sustainable mechanization services in five states in Nasarawa State.

The project aims to create work opportunities for mechanization service providers, tractor operators, and a host of others in the mechanization ecosystem. The project’s primary target is young men and women in peri-urban and rural communities, providing bundled mechanization services. Ultimately, the project will focus on capacity-building, affordable last-mile services, financial inclusion, technology integration, and policy enhancement.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: States Project Driver

Location: Nasarawa

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• The Project Drivers will support the Project staff in the safe transport of team members and deliveries.
• They will drive vehicles as directed, including transporting project staff to the field, performing pickups and delivery tasks.
• They are also responsible for routine vehicle maintenance, including inspecting the vehicles; noting damage, scratches, malfunctions, or problems and reporting any faults to senior driver; and ensuring vehicles are clean, well maintained, and road worthy at all times.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport project personnel and equipment to various project sites.
• Perform pickups and delivery tasks.
• Perform daily vehicle maintenance checks to ensure the optimum performance of vehicles at all times and arranging for vehicle repairs.
• Assist with loading and unloading of equipment and materials.
• Utilize navigational apps and location knowledge to find optimal route.
• Build formal and informal networks at project sites and locations to help obtain up-to-date security and travel information.
• Track all trips and log daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changers, servicing, etc.
• Ensure the vehicle(s) are clean, road-worthy, and compliant with organisational standards.
• Keep all records, including receipts for vehicle maintenance.
• Provie general administrative and logistics support to the office.
• Report any case of accident, injury, or damage of vehicles to the supervisor or manager.
• Ensure vehicle documents (such as registration and insurance) ae valid.
• Work on nights and weekends, if necessary.

Qualifications

• A valid drivers’ license.
• 3 years of corporate driving experience.
• No record of traffic violation.
• Strong understanding of vehicle mechanics.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Proficiency using GPS devices.
• Sound knowledge of road safety.
• Extensive knowledge of the operating area and local languages.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must be between 25-35 years.
• Must be focused, confident and observant.
• Certification in defensive driving will be a.

Application Closing Date
20th November, 2024.