Drivers

Job Title: Driver

Reports to: Transport Manager

About the Role

The Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient daily transportation of students and the mechanical maintenance of Nova Pioneer’s fleet of motor vehicles. This role ensures adherence to all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures while upholding the school’s culture of safety and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Transportation & Route Management

• Operate the school motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, complying with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain the “door-to-door” policy for dropping off and picking up pupils.
• Follow planned routes on time schedules and work closely with the bus assistant to maintain order on the bus.
• Drive pupils to educational trips, sports activities, and other school events safely.
• Document actual mileage, timings, and destinations in the vehicle movement book before each trip.
• Notify the Transport Manager immediately of any delays, route diversions, riots, accidents, or incidents.

Vehicle Maintenance & Safety

• Report and document any vehicle defects on a daily basis.
• Observe speed limits and all road signs.
• Fuel the allocated vehicle according to the fueling schedule.
• Conduct daily routine checks of tyres, oil, radiator coolant, and lights.
• Ensure the school motor vehicle is kept clean daily.
• Park the vehicle safely and securely on campus and during trips.
• Follow emergency procedures in case of emergencies or accidents.

Passenger & Student Welfare

• Ensure all pupils on the route are on board before the journey starts.
• Inform all on board of rules and responsibilities as passengers.
• Maintain order and discipline in the school motor vehicle.
• Perform any other duties as assigned, including running errands, transporting staff, and ferrying students to the hospital for emergencies.

Compliance & Policy Adherence

• Adhere to standards outlined in the Nova Pioneer Transport Policy, Employee Handbook, and other relevant policies.
• Ensure all national and county legal requirements (licenses, permits, certificates) are current and updated.
• Champion and promote safety and best work practices.
• Conduct weekly workplace inspections to verify adherence to Health & Safety protocols.
• Participate in all Health & Safety initiatives recommended by the committee or school leadership.
• Handle tools, equipment, and machinery responsibly according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and report any that cannot be corrected to the supervisor.

Culture & Operational Excellence

• Fully embrace Nova Pioneer’s culture, values, and beliefs, and promote them to students, staff, parents, and the outside community.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully within a team.
• Maintain the door-to-door pick-up and drop-off approach and adhere to Transport Services Standard Operating Procedures.
• Attend and participate in team meetings throughout the school year.
• Proactively monitor and report customer feedback.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all relevant records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager from time to time.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma in Auto-mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Knowledge of the highway code and school bus regulations.
• Possess a valid PSV License.
• BCE-Class Driving License held for more than 8 years.
• Recent Certificate of Good Conduct (not older than 6 months).
• Recommendation letters from 3 previous employers.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with school bus transportation.
• Ability to operate the school bus safely and responsibly.
• Client service and public interaction skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
• First aid knowledge.