Resume

Bus Driver School

Location:

Kenya

Salary:

40000

Posted:

February 08, 2024

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Resume:

EZEKIEL MURAGE MWANIKI

Mob. No.: 079******* / 073*******

Email: ad3gs7@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER PROFILE

Efficient and competent driver with over 10 years’ experience, safely and conveniently transporting people and goods. Expert in planning delivery/logistic routes and schedules, interpreting maps, and analyzing traffic trends to determine the fastest routes. Stellar knowledge in vehicle care and maintenance, defensive driving, fleet safety values and benefits, major causes of road accidents, troubleshooting, vehicle systems, 4x4 driving principals and vehicle recovery.

MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES

PSV (Institution) Driver – Badge No. VQO185

EDUCATION/VOCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Apprentice Mechanic, Juakali Industry, 2013 - 2014

KCSE Certificate, Ihithe Secondary School, 2007 - 2010

KCPE Certificate, Ihithe Primary School, 1998 – 2006. PROFESSIONAL COURSES

Vehicle Management for Drivers – UNHCR and Fleet Forum, January 2024.

First Aid for Babies and Children – IFRC, January 2024.

Logistics in Emergencies – IFRC, January 2024.

Harassment Prevention: Dignity and Respect at Work – World Vision International, June 2022.

Information Security and Data Protection – World Vision International, June 2022.

Child and Adult Safeguarding - World Vision International, May 2022.

Integrating Peacebuilding and Conflict Sensitivity – World Vision, June 2023.

Personal Security Training, Light 360 – World Vision, March 2023.

WVK Code of Conduct Training – World Vision, February 2023.

Conflict of Interest: Ethics at Work – World Vision, March 2023.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) – World Vision, March 2023.

Child and Adult Safeguarding Training – World Vision, March 2023.

Dignity and Respect at Work– World Vision, March 2023. KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERTISE

Hardworking Driver with expertise providing excellent transportation services. Engaging and pleasant personality with safe and accident-free driving record.

Safety-focused individual possessing outstanding driving record. Proactive, reliable and dedicated to cost-effective transportation of people, goods and materials.

Competent Driver with excellent organizational and multitasking skills dedicated to achieving challenging delivery timetables. Trained in basic maintenance, repairs and vehicle maintenance. Detail oriented in meeting daily business and customer needs.

Committed to ensuring delivery within specified timeframes.

Seasoned Driver with safe driving record and positive attitude. Highly effective and skilled at determining best routes.

Substantial skills and ability to apply widely computer skills and information management systems to run various tasks including, Office Tools, Email among others. Page 1

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

LANGUAGE & DEGREE OF PROFICIENCY.

Speaking Reading Writing

English Excellent Excellent Excellent

Swahili Excellent Excellent Excellent

Kikuyu Excellent Excellent Excellent

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.

February 2023 to Current: World Vision Kenya (WVK). Position: Project Driver - Isiolo Women Economic Empowerment Project funded by, Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)

General Responsibilities

Providing liaison and logistical support by ensuring timely facilitation and activity coordination for timely and quality implementation of the project deliverables within Burat and Ngaremara Wards in Isiolo County and Kakuma Turkana County.

Specific Duties

Timely Facilitation of staff to and from work and to other official duties.

Ensure safety of staff and vehicle while on journey

Ensure mobilization of additional vehicles and drivers to facilitate key events such as major donor visits, campaigns, evaluations and baselines

Ensure facilitation of staff / visitors / donors/ to and from the field Vehicle Care and Maintenance Ensure vehicle cleanliness all the time.

Keep vehicle movement log book up to date and and checking mechanical and operational soundness of the vehicle to ensure that the vehicle is serviced at the required time.

To check and ensure that all vehicle tools are in place and intact and undertake minor repairs and recommend for major vehicle repairs.

Park the vehicle at the recommended parking areas by WVK and seek for permission to use the car as per the laid down policy

Obey traffic laws and maintain maximum care of the vehicle at all times.

Submit all the vehicle spare keys to the Fleet management for safe custody and surrendering vehicle keys to the respective supervisors every end of trip

Report all vehicle malfunctions to the fleet office.

Initiate procurement process for all motor vehicle repairs and maintenance

Prepare monthly and other vehicle reports and file copies of the same after approval.

Forward all invoices and fuel returns to fleet management for payment process.

In case of accident, forward detailed report for claim processing

Facilitate delivery of parcels/ mails

In collaboration with Administration department liaise with service providers to ensure quality services

Work with respective staff to plan and coordinate field facilitation services.

Support in community mobilization and facilitation. July 2022 to February 2023: Arrow Fleet Services

Position: Executive Driver

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General Responsibilities

Providing administrative, liaison and logistical support to by ensuring timely transportation of clients, staff and/or packages within Kenya and on occasions the larger East African Region. Specific Duties

Timely Facilitation of staff to and from work and to other official duties.

Ensure safety of staff and vehicle while on journey

Obey traffic laws and maintain maximum care of the vehicle at all times.

To check and ensure that all vehicle tools are in place and intact and undertake minor repairs and recommend for major vehicle repairs.

Prepare monthly and other vehicle reports and file copies of the same after approval.

Routine pre and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Conduct daily interior and exterior cleaning and general preventive maintenance on vehicles.

Regularly verified consignments against delivery papers and completed all documentation required after successful pickup and delivery of goods.

February 2021 to April 2022: St Ruth School

Position: Bus Driver

General Responsibilities

Providing administrative, liaison and logistical support to by ensuring timely transportation of pupils and staff to and from the school and on any other area as needed. Specific Duties

Timely picking up and dropping of pupils and staff at designated areas within area of operation.

Communication with parents to relay information and promote good communication and transparency.

Accurately followed preplanned route ensuring on-time pickup and dropoff of pupils and staff at proper locations.

Ensure safety of staff and vehicle while on journey

Obeying traffic laws and maintaining maximum care of the vehicle at all times.

Checking and ensuring that all vehicle tools are in place and intact and undertake minor repairs and recommend for major vehicle repairs.

Assisting of passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and alighting the bus to promote passenger safety.

January 2019 to January 2021: Kibathi & Co. Advocates Position: Executive Driver

General Responsibilities

Providing administrative, liaison and logistical support to by ensuring timely transportation of clients, staff and/or packages within Kenya.

Specific Duties

Timely Facilitation of staff to and from work and to other official duties.

Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.

Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.

Delivered goods and products to customers and clients on time and in excellent condition.

Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs. Page 3

Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.

Observed passengers during the journey and reported any suspicious behavior.

Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers.

January 2016 to January 2019: White Rhino Hotel

Position: Executive Driver

General Responsibilities

Providing administrative, liaison and logistical support to by ensuring timely transportation of clients, staff and/or packages within Kenya.

Specific Duties

Coordinated with drivers to organize timely pickup and delivery.

Addressed driver communications and provided required data to drivers.

Regularly verified consignment against delivery papers and completed all documentation required upon successful pickup and delivery of products.

Supervised and monitored loading and unloading of consignment into and from delivery trucks while adhering strictly to all company safety protocols and regulations.

Counseled drivers on violations of company policy or service standards to improve performance.

Developed and maintained long-term, positive relationships with assigned drivers to enhance morale and productivity.

Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers.

Report all vehicle malfunctions to the fleet office.

Initiate procurement process for all motor vehicle repairs and maintenance

Prepare monthly and other vehicle reports and file copies of the same after approval.

Keep vehicle movement log book up to date and checking mechanical and operational soundness of the vehicle to ensure that the vehicle is serviced at the required time. January 2014 – Dec 2015: Apprentice Mechanic, Juakali -Nyeri Position: Apprentice Mechanic

General Responsibilities

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Attached to a automotive repair garage as an apprentice so as to enhance and build my capacity in regards to automotive repair.

Specific Duties

Following instructions as given by the garage supervisor.

Performing basic repairs under the guidance of a competent mechanic.

Perform routine maintenance tasks like oil change, tyre repair and buffing works.

Putting together vehicle maintenance records and documentation.

Assisting other mechanics with repair and service of cars. January 2011 – July. 2013: Intex Construction Company Limited, (Giakanja – Tetu Road Construction Project)

Position: Survey Chainman

General Responsibilities

Engaged as a chainman whereby I supported Contractors team in the Survey section with the daily activities as would be required in a major roads construction project. Specific Duties

Centre line alignment and staking out,

Original ground level (OGL) surveys and Temporary Benchmark heighting

Carrying out topographical surveys.

REFERENCES.

Name Relationship Contacts

Edwin S. Kimathi WASH & Construction Engineer

World Vision Kenya, Isiolo

Mob; +254-*********

Email: ad3gs7@r.postjobfree.com

Rashid Adan Food Security & Livelihood Officer

World Vision Kenya, Isiolo

Mob; +254-*********