Application for Driver/Office Attendant (DOA)
The Mauritius Renewable Energy Agency (MARENA), operating under the aegis of the Ministry of Energy and Public Utilities, is inviting applications from qualified candidates for the following position:
• Driver/Office Attendant - on contract basis for two years
Qualifications:
Cambridge School Certificate or General Certificate of Education ‘O’ Level equivalent
Experience:
reckon at least three years’ experience of driving a car.
Candidates should:
be able to speak English and French fluently;
be a holder of a valid driving license to drive cars or vans;
have a clean driving record;
have a basic knowledge of mechanics and simple vehicle maintenance;
have a good eyesight.
Candidates should produce evidence of knowledge/ experience claimed.
Note: Selected candidates will be required to undergo a medical test to assess their eyesight.
Mode of Application:
The Scheme of Duty together with the prescribed online application form is available below.
ONLY Online Application will be accepted.
Deadline for application: 20th August 2021
Note: Selected candidates may be placed on permanent and pensionable establishment of the Agency subject to vacancies arising and performance of incumbents.
SCHEME OF DUTY
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
The candidate will be responsible, amongst others, for:
[As Driver]
drive with proper care the vehicles of the Agency for the conveyance of staff, materials and equipment in connection with the activities of the organization and perform escort related tasks as directed;
carry out simple checks/ maintenance tasks;
report any defect observed to the Supervising Officer and take vehicle to workshop for repair / servicing as instructed by the latter;
attend to minor repairs such as cleaning of spark plugs, replacing of fuse or bulb, changing of tyres and making arrangements for mending of punctures in the event of breakdown on the road;
help, whenever required, the mechanic when the vehicle under his charge breaks down on the road and has to be towed or repaired on the spot;
keep a log book and record issue of fuel, all movements, tyres and battery changes.
[As Office Attendant]
perform messengerial duties such as running errands, dispatch of correspondence and distribution of files and documents, photocopying of documents, press cuttings, circulars and other papers;
operate office equipment such as duplicating binding, photocopying, and fax machines and telephone switchboard / PABX console, whenever required;
respond to calls and be in attendance at the reception counter of the Agency as and when required;
open and close offices and keep the premises clean at a good standard;
usher in/guide visitors to the schedule officers and maintain a record of such visits;
prepare and serve tea and refreshments to visitors and during meetings;
assist in the movement of furniture and equipment;
perform such other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from the Driver / Office Attendant in the roles ascribed to him.
Note:
may be required to work outside normal working hours including Sundays / Public Holidays; and
should abide by the provisions of the Financial Management kit concerning responsibilities of a Driver for his vehicle.