Professional Driver
Experience: ** years Available: Immediately Location: Nairobi
******@*****.*** +254*********
ABOUT ME
I am a dedicated, enthusiastic and self-motivated professional with more than nine years of experience in the transport career. Managing a fleet of vehicles and in-depth knowledge of Kenyan roads and an extensive experience driving both light, commercial and heavy vehicles. In line with my experience:
1.I have a demonstrated ability to conduct post-trip inspections of an assigned vehicle.
2.Hands-on experience in using established routes and designated bus stops.
3.Well versed in using emergency evacuation drills.
4.Competent at driving efficiently under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather conditions.
5.Track record of establishing favorable working relationships with staff.
6.Team Leader
WORK EXPERIENCE
D&R Televison Ltd.
Company Driver
Nairobi, Kenya
2021-10-20 2022-10-21
Accountabilities:
*Map out driving routes ahead of time to determine the most expedient trip.
*Drive the C.E.O to and from meetings around Nairobi and outside Nairobi.
*Pay for parking where need be.
*Pick up clients from the places and at the time they've requested.
*Maintaining travel logs to record work hours, travel-time and locations traveled to for company vehicles.
*Ensuring that client`s identities and conversations remain confidential at all times.
*Performing routine checks on a daily basis to the assigned vehicle.
*Creating and adjusting travel routes for company vehicles leaving the company for different locations.
*Reporting any malfunctions of vehicles and or accidents and incidences that may arise.
*Ensuring that the company vehicles are all compliant with traffic acts in terms of road worthiness and certifications and or licenses.
*Fulfill and facilitate administrative needs like office pickups.
*Interact with clients effectively and professionally at all times.
Pewin Travel Group (PTG)
Mid-level Tour Driver
Nairobi, Kenya
2019-10-01 2020-10-01
Accountabilities:
*Collecting clients at the start of their journeys.
*Assisting clients with the loading and unloading of their baggage and other personal belongings as needed.
*Starting and stopping the taximeter at the correct times.
*Selecting the fastest route to the client's destination, unless otherwise requested.
*Driving clients to their destinations.
*Informing clients of services and attractions that may be of interest to them.
*Adhering to road regulations.
*Ensuring that clients remain safe throughout the journey.
*Processing cash payments.
*Ensuring that the vehicle remain clean and in excellent working condition.
St.Bakhita School
Management level Transport supervisor
Nairobi, Kenya
2017-12-01 2019-08-01
Accountabilities:
*Resolve all the challenges arising in the transport department.
*As the transport manager i was responsible for the transportation of school children and ensure that the day-to-day operations are going on without any problems.
*In addition to performing road checks during inclement weather, I also held the complete responsibility of overseeing the timely maintenance checks of all the buses.
*As the transport manager I was in charge of setting the routes for the buses, dispatch of the buses, working out their schedule, and managing the drivers.
*Coordinate with the specific authorities’ representative for the transportation of student with special needs.
*Responsible for the purchase of any equipment for the school bus fleet in compliance with all the existing policies and procedures.
*The transport manager was responsible for the conduct and behavior of the bus drivers and attendants.
*Maintain a positive relationship with parents, students and the staff members of the school.
*The role of a transport manager became a prominent one in times of a crisis such as an accident or emergency (such as a breakdown).
*I was in charge of coordinating with all the transport staff and the government authorities to keep the bus feet in a ready state for the annual state inspection of the vehicle fleet.
*Assist the school in compliance with regulations for insurance requirements.
* Submit a variety of reports to the school authorities and head office department in accordance to the law and regulations of the company.
* Maintained safety procedures.
St.Bakhita School
Mid-level Driver
Nairobi, Kenya
2016-04-01 2017-11-01
Job Responsibilities.
*Transport children to and from school in the mornings and afternoons
*Verify permissions for children who ride home with friends
*Maintain a clean and mechanically-sound bus at all times
*Obey all traffic laws
*Perform inspections of the bus before and after each route
*Ensure safety of all students
*Discipline children when required to maintain a safe and healthy environment
*Assist students with getting on and off the bus when required
*Attend monthly safety meetings
Kapkorose Investments
Mid-level Driver
Nairobi, Kenya
2015-05-01 2016-03-01
Accountabilities:
*Drive a school transportation vehicle within a prescribe route(s) in accordance with time schedules; picking up and discharging students at designated stops.
*Transport students and teacher on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed.
*Maintain order and proper discipline of student passengers according to district policy Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily.
*Report needed mechanical repairs when necessary.
*Service buses with diesel fuel, and oil; checks and when necessary fills tires and batteries.
*Maintain cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition.
*Complete periodic mileage and other reports including passenger counts.
*Attend various meetings regarding safety, first aid and training updates as required.
*Attend driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of NTSA and Traffic rules and regulations.
*Wash bus where need be.
*Perform related duties as required.
African Rural Water Organization
Mid-level Project Driver
Nairobi, Kenya
2012-01-01 2013-11-01
Responsibilities
*Ensuring all vehicles are clean and accident free.
*Perform preventative and regular maintenance service on the assigned motor vehicle.
*Keep accurate records of official travel through the vehicle log.
*Deliver important documents to required destinations.
*Organize logistics in preparation for travel plans inclusive of site visits.
*Warrant all assigned errands are carried out professionally and promptly.
*Ensuring safety procedures are strictly adhered to while passengers are on aboard at all times.
*Noting and reporting of vehicles licenses expiry and update of logbooks.
*Embracing safety, caution and good driving skills.
*Strictly observing traffic rules and regulations as well as speed limits as per Kenyan Roads Traffic Act.
*Ensuring all vehicle safety equipment are in position and in great working condition.
*Carry out any other duties assigned.
EDUCATION
Riccatti Business College
Diploma I.T technician
I am a qualified personnel with in depth knowledge in Computer systems and hardware maintenance having studied and completed my diploma course in computer technology.
Sony Driving School
Certificate Classes: B (professional), C1, C, D1, D2, and D3
Driving License.
Kenya Red Cross
Certificate First Aid Course
Basic First Aid Course at Kenya Red Cross.
Elimustawi
Certificate Value based Leadership Course
During the period i completed several modules of the program namely:
Introduction to leadership
Value based leadership
Culture, core behaviors and leading self.
Nimrod
Certificate Fire Training Certificate
Attended a fire training seminar on the use of portable fire extinguishers, basic fire prevention measures, definition & classification of fires and evacuation procedures in the event of a fire including a live fire demonstration.
Kenya Institute of Advanced Driving
Certificate Defensive Driving
Successfully completed a training program on Road Safety and Safe Driving Skills.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
English & Kiswahili
ASSOCIATIONS
Road Safety and Safe Driving Skills. : Enhancing road safety by creating awareness and sensitizing road users about the important of road safety
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
Information Technology: Diploma 2010
Driving Course: Driving license Classes- B (professional), C1, C, D1, D2, and D3 2011
Driving Test: Public Service License (PSV) 2015
Kenya Redcross Society: Certificate 2016
Leadership Course: Certificate 2017
Fire Training Course: Certificate 2017
Defensive Driving: Certificate 2018
OBJECTIVE
To work as a professional Driver for a Company/entity where professional driving experience is required and by observing road traffic law to ensure day to day road safety.
PROJECTS & PORTFOLIO
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-wa-nyaga-b6134659
REFERENCE
Feel free to contact the under mentioned in regard to my competence, work, ethic performance /or any other aspect with respect to me.
D&R Studios
Ms Keziah Rugo
Kilimani Nairobi
Pewin Travel Group St Bakhita Kindergarten
Mr. Anthony Simon Waweru.
Lusaka Road Industrial Area P.O Box 3904-00506 Nyayo Stadium
072******* Cell 072*******
Email: *****.******@*********.**.**
KapKorose Investments. African Rural Water Organization
Andrew Koros. Po. Box 74391 Nairobi.
P.O Box 166**-***** Tel No. 254-***-******
Cell: +254*********
Email: ****@**********.**.**