Driver II (Clinical Waste) at Okavango District Council
Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Okavango District Council employees for the above-mentioned post, tenable in Shakawe.
Experience:
Must have served for at least two (2) years as an Okavango District Council employee and possess a valid Class B Driver’s license which has been held for at least two (2) years.
Benefits:
. Contributory Pension Scheme (Government pays 15%, employee 5%)
. Optional Contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 80%, employee 20%)
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To collect and transport clinical waste from health facilities and deliver it to a designated waste facility.
DUTIES:
. Drives clinical vehicles with or without a trailer transporting clinical or hazardous waste in accordance with traffic regulations.
. Performs daily basic routine checks before starting the vehicle and reports identifiable faults to the supervisor.
. Maintains the vehicle logbook by ensuring it is readily available in the vehicle and signed by the action officer before commencement of the journey.
. Repairs tyre punctures and replaces worn-out tyres, ensuring tyres are inflated to the correct pressure for the load and road conditions.
. Washes and cleans the vehicle with the assistance of clinical waste collectors, including cleaning the refrigeration unit.
. Reports accidents to the police and supervisor.
. Monitors vehicle mileage and informs the supervisor when the vehicle is due for servicing.
. Checks the insurance and license disc for validity and reports expiry to the supervisor.
. Undertakes any other related duties as directed by management.
Key Competencies Required:
. Deciding and Initiating Action
. Working with People
. Adhering to Principles and Values
. Writing and Reporting
. Planning and Organizing
. Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
. Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
How to apply
-  Applicants should quote the number of the above vacancy circular and provide the following details: . Full names, address, and date of birth . Qualifications supported by certified copies of certificates . Certified copy of Identity Card (Omang) . At least two (2) work references not older than 12 months . Brief summary of career with duties (Curriculum Vitae) Applications should be submitted in a plain sealed envelope clearly marked with the position applied for and the vacancy circular number on the top left side of the envelope. Address to: Council Secretary Okavango District Council Private Bag 006 Gumare Or hand deliver to: Open Records Management Unit, Office No. A22, Rural Administration Centre – Gumare Important: All applications should be routed through Heads of Departments. Applications not so routed will not be considered. Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Emailed, scanned, and faxed applications will not be accepted. CLOSING DATE: 16th June 2025 For more information, contact: Human Resources Office at 6874040
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