VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: VN 004

Overall Objectives of the position:

Reporting to the Farm Manager, Tractor Driver will be in charge of driving and Maintenance of EDIL tractor.

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Driving and carrying out regular maintenance and repairs of the tractor and other farm implements.
•  Operating the tractor safely and efficiently.
•  Performing inspections of the tractor and attachments like trailer, hay bailer and, and ploughs, and ensuring they are well-lubricated.
•  Using tractors to transport materials and pull or push agricultural equipment.
•  Reporting any faults or concerns to the Farm Manager and other relevant stakeholders.
•  Remaining alert while driving and servicing the tractor, and maintaining the appropriate speed limit at all times.
•  Completing minor repairs on tractor and farm equipment.

Tractor Driver Requirements:

•  KCSE Certificate
•  A Qualified driver with BCE clean driver’s license.
•  The ability to identify and react appropriately to hazards.
•  Extensive knowledge of heavy equipment.
•  Experience performing maintenance on tractors and other farming equipment.
•  The ability to carry out duties unsupervised, in harsh weather conditions, and during irregular hours when required.
•  The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
•  Superb health and safety knowledge.