Drivers

Applications are invited from qualified persons for the positions shown below in the Public Service Commission:

DRIVER II – THREE (3) POSTS- V/NO. 202/2025

Gross Salary Scale: 53, 660- 97,801 p.m. (PSC 12)
Leave Allowance: Ksh. 30,000 per financial year
Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
Medical Cover: As provided by the PSC medical cover
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.

Requirements for Appointment:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

(i) a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D (plain) or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
(ii) at least two (2) years driving experience;
(iii) a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
(iv) a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
(v) a suitability Test for Drivers conducted by the Ministry responsible for transport; and
(vi) a valid Clearance Certificate from the National Police Service.

Duties and Responsibilities

(i) driving the vehicle as authorized;
(ii) ensuring security and safety of the vehicle, passengers and goods on and off the road;
(iii) maintaining daily work ticket;
(iv) ensuring routine service and maintenance of the vehicle;
(v) carrying out routine checks on vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems and tyre pressure;
(vi) detecting and reporting vehicle defects on time;
(vii) ensuring vehicle cleanliness;
(viii) timely reporting of accidents and follow up on police abstract; and
(ix) vehicle inspection and keeping up-to-date insurance documents.