Position Title: Mechanic Driver
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Monrovia
Application Deadline: August 6, 2024
About the National Road Fund of Liberia
On December 12, 2016, the National Road Fund Act was enacted and published on January 26, 2017. The office has been set up between 9th and 10th Streets, Payne Avenue, Building #134. The National Road Fund Office is for financing road and bridge maintenance works and is directly associated with planning, programming, and management activities. The governance and oversight of the Road Fund including the approval of the Annual Road Maintenance Expenditure Program submitted by agencies authorized to undertake roads and bridges works in Liberia. An administrative structure capable of undertaking the core functions associated with collecting, managing, and disbursing funds to and on behalf of agencies authorized to undertake roads and bridge works in Liberia. The objectives of the National Road Fund are;
- To ensure that road assets are sustained and that sufficient funds for both periodic and routine maintenance are allocated for this purpose.
- To ensure that each of the categories of national, sub-national, and feeder roads have a sufficient share of the total budget such that these roads can operate as an integrated network.
- To defray the costs of loans approved by the Government to extend the length of maintainable roads.
- To ensure that the needs of the road users and those impacted by roads are considered in terms of safety, security, and environment.
Position Overview:
The Mechanic Driver will drive and maintain NRF vehicles to ensure they are in good working condition. This role combines driving duties with mechanical maintenance tasks, ensuring that vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready for use at all times. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vehicle mechanics and a clean driving record.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive NRF vehicles safely and efficiently for various operational needs.
- Perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on NRF vehicles, including oil changes, brake adjustments, tire rotations, and other preventive maintenance tasks.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot vehicle issues and perform necessary repairs.
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance and repairs.
- Conduct regular inspections of vehicles to identify and address potential issues.
- Ensure vehicles are clean, fueled, and ready for use.
- Assist in the management of vehicle inventory and parts.
- Respond to vehicle breakdowns and provide on-site repairs when necessary.
- Follow all safety protocols and guidelines while operating and repairing vehicles
- Report any major mechanical issues to the Fleet Manager promptly.
- Assist with other duties as assigned by the Operations Assistant.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in automotive mechanics is preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a mechanic driver.
All interested individuals must submit their sealed application letter, CV, and all requested information to the National Road Office and send a soft copy to fwolo@nrf.gov.lr or office@nrf.gov.lr / no later than or before August 6, 2024, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Only shortlisted individuals will be contacted.