JOB ROLES & EXPECTATIONS: 

Key Result Areas

Specific Tasks / Responsibilities

Vehicle Management

Trip Management

•  Perform daily pre-trip inspections (oil, water, brakes, lights)
•  Ensure the cleanliness of the vehicle
• Report and follow up on mechanical issues

Cargo & Safety

• Secure cargo properly (especially cassava starch)

Communication

• Maintain contact with the team during trips
• Report delays, breakdowns, or route changes immediately

Responsiveness

• Participate in truck recovery if stuck in terrain
• Be available for early morning or night journeys

Support Tasks 

• Provide transport for staff to hospital, airport, or other locations when assigned
• Ensure safety compliance during transport
• Assist with offloading when manpower is insufficient.
• Accurately record mileage before and after trips
• Maintain complete and legible trip logs
• Avoid risky stopping points during journeys

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: 

• Internal/ External Member
  • Purpose
  • Factory Manager
  • Trip planning, performance review, issue reporting
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Mechanical checks and servicing coordination
  • Storekeepers
  • Coordination of goods loading/offloading
  • HR/Admin Officer
  • Staff transport requests, policy matters (e.g., overtime)
  • Security Staff
  • Entry/exit clearance and safety protocol at factory gate

COMPETENCIES: 

• Technical Competencies:
• Knowledge:
• Valid Class C or C1 driver’s license
• Knowledge of Ugandan road laws
• Basic mechanical knowledge (oil, coolant, tire pressure, etc.)
• Awareness of safe transport practices for food-grade goods

Skills:

• Safe and defensive driving
  Accurate record keeping
  Communication and responsiveness
  Minor troubleshooting and route adjustment.
• Behavioural Competencies:
  
• Required: Punctuality, patience, calmness under pressure
• Expected: Safety-conscious, accountable, reliable, team player
• Observed: Personal involvement in vehicle cleaning and emergency support

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

• Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE / O-Level)
• Valid Class C or C1 driving license
• Preferred Additional Qualifications:
• Certificate in Defensive Driving or Heavy Vehicle Operations
• Basic mechanical training or motor vehicle maintenance course (advantageous)