Driver

About

The Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is responsible for Procurement, Warehousing, Sales and Distribution of adequate, affordable and approved and quality medicines and medical supplies to all public health facilities in Malawi. CMST is seeking to recruit transformative and visionary persons to support it to effectively fulfill its mandate across its establishments in Mzuzu, Lilongwe and Blantyre.

Key Duties

• Driving officers of the Trust in accordance with approved travel schedules and instructions.
• Delivering mail, documents and goods to authorised destinations on behalf of the Trust.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date vehicle logbooks and journey records.
• Conducting routine inspections and ensuring the roadworthiness, cleanliness and neatness of assigned vehicles.
• Reporting vehicle defects and maintenance requirements and ensuring timely servicing of assigned vehicles.
• Ensuring the safety, security and protection of assigned vehicles at all times.
• Ensuring safe and secure transportation and delivery of goods and supplies belonging to the Trust.
• Undertaking messenger duties and supporting general administrative transport requirements.
• Adhering to traffic laws, regulations and safe driving standards.
• Monitoring fuel usage and reporting irregularities.
• Assisting during loading and offloading of goods where necessary.
• Ensuring emergency equipment and vehicle documentation are available and up to date.
• Supporting fleet management activities and any other transport-related duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or its equivalent.
• Valid CE Driving Licence with PGD categories.
• Defensive Driving Certification will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ progressive driving experience.
• Free from previous convictions relating to traffic offences.
• Mechanical knowledge will be an added advantage.
• Experience in driving a variety of articulated vehicles.
• High level of discipline, integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good numerical and record-keeping skills.
• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Ability and willingness to work long hours.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
• Good personal presentation and customer service orientation.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.

How to Apply

Interested and qualifying individuals should submit applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), with at least three names of traceable referees, and copies of certificates. Applications in sealed envelopes, clearly marking ‘Name of the position being applied for’ should be sent to: The Chief Executive Officer, Central Medical Stores Trust, Private Bag 55, Mzimba Drive, Lilongwe or to: vacancies@cmst.mw. CMST is an equal opportunity employer and ladies are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.