Post Bus Driver job at Uganda Post Limited (T/A)Posta Uganda

Background

Uganda Post Limited (T/A) Posta Uganda is the most extensive provider of Postal services in Uganda, having a wide spread network of Postal delivery outlets down to sub-county level. Posta Uganda is inviting qualified persons who meet the stated minimum requirements to apply for the following vacancies which exists within the company.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper maintenance and handling of the Post Bus to guarantee the safety of passengers, mail, and third parties.

• Maintain a valid driver’s license with the required classes and adhere to all driving rules and regulations.
• Operate the Post Bus safely and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations.
• Follow predetermined routes and schedules to ensure timely mail delivery and passenger delivery.
• Performance routine checks on the Post Bus to ensure it is in good working condition, including checking oil, fuel, tires, lights, and brakes.
• Maintain accurate records of miles traveled, fuel consumption, and any incidents or issues encountered during the route.
• Ensure the security of mail items and maintain the confidentiality of customer information.
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies, providing first aid or other assistance as needed.
• Adhere to all the postal and transportation regulations, procedures, and standards.
• Help passengers with special needs, such as elderly or disabled individuals, ensuring they receive appropriate assistance.
• Occasionally check passengers and luggage to ensure complete ticketing by the conductor
• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and safe custody of the post bus after work.
• In liaison with the bus conductor, manage relationships with brokers, local authorities, and other relevant authorities to maintain supreme respect for the Post Bus.
• Fill in and sign the Daily Bus Return and deliver it to the supervisor immediately upon arrival at headquarters.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• General Education
• MUST have a valid driver’s permit with classes CE, D, D1, D1E, D, DE
• Must have a current passenger bus drivers’ badge issued by the Ministry of Works and Transport and or a Passenger Bus Driver’s license issued by the Transport Licensing Board.
• Defensive Drivers’ certificate obtained from a registered defensive driving training institute.

Working experience

Five (04) years of working experience as a passenger bus driver three of which MUST have been attained from driving a passenger bus.

Competences

• Proficient in operating buses of various sizes and types
• Knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and safety procedures
• Friendly and courteous demeanor when interacting with passengers
• Knowledge of bus routes, stops, and schedules
• Clear and effective communication
• Time management
• Ability to fix minor mechanical problems
• Upholding professional standards of conduct and integrity.

• Maintain a valid driver’s license with the required classes and adhere to all driving rules and regulations.
• Operate the Post Bus safely and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations.
• Follow predetermined routes and schedules to ensure timely mail delivery and passenger delivery.
• Performance routine checks on the Post Bus to ensure it is in good working condition, including checking oil, fuel, tires, lights, and brakes.
• Maintain accurate records of miles traveled, fuel consumption, and any incidents or issues encountered during the route.
• Ensure the security of mail items and maintain the confidentiality of customer information.
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies, providing first aid or other assistance as needed.
• Adhere to all the postal and transportation regulations, procedures, and standards.
• Help passengers with special needs, such as elderly or disabled individuals, ensuring they receive appropriate assistance.
• Occasionally check passengers and luggage to ensure complete ticketing by the conductor
• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and safe custody of the post bus after work.
• In liaison with the bus conductor, manage relationships with brokers, local authorities, and other relevant authorities to maintain supreme respect for the Post Bus.
• Fill in and sign the Daily Bus Return and deliver it to the supervisor immediately upon arrival at headquarters.

• Proficient in operating buses of various sizes and types
• Knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and safety procedures
• Friendly and courteous demeanor when interacting with passengers
• Knowledge of bus routes, stops, and schedules
• Clear and effective communication
• Time management
• Ability to fix minor mechanical problems
• Upholding professional standards of conduct and integrity.

• General Education
• MUST have a valid driver’s permit with classes CE, D, D1, D1E, D, DE
• Must have a current passenger bus drivers’ badge issued by the Ministry of Works and Transport and or a Passenger Bus Driver’s license issued by the Transport Licensing Board.
• Defensive Drivers’ certificate obtained from a registered defensive driving training institute.