Driver safely transporting staff, materials and equipment and keeping assigned vehicles in good working condition, requiring a KCSE grade D+ or equivalent, a valid Kenyan Driving Licence Class BCE, defensive driving certification and at least 5 years accident-free driving experience, in a water utility environment, on-site role in Kisii.
Job Purpose
To safely
and efficiently drive the company’s vehicles to transport staff, materials,
equipment, and water service teams, and to keep assigned vehicles in good
working condition in support of reliable water supply and sanitation services.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Driving
and Transport
Drive
company vehicles, including cars, pick-ups, lorries, or water bowsers, as
assigned, safely and lawfully.
Transport
staff and officials to official destinations on schedule.
Carry out
daily pre-trip checks, including tyres, oil, water, brakes, lights, and fuel,
and report defects promptly.
Keep
vehicles clean, roadworthy, and secure.
Arrange
scheduled servicing and repairs through the Transport Officer.
Ensure
valid insurance, inspection, and licensing documents are kept in the vehicle.
Maintain
accurate logbooks, recording trip details, mileage, fuel consumption, and
servicing.
Report
accidents, breakdowns, and incidents immediately and complete incident reports.
Keep fuel
and maintenance receipts and submit them for reconciliation.
Observe
traffic laws, company transport policy, and occupational health and safety
requirements.
Ensure
loads are properly secured and passengers use seat belts.
Keep
company vehicles and equipment secure and use them only for official purposes.
Perform
any other duties assigned by the supervisor that are consistent with the role.
Job Specification
Academic
and Professional Qualifications
Kenya
Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or equivalent, with a minimum grade
of D+ (Plus).
Valid
Kenyan Driving Licence Class BCE.
Certificate
in Defensive Driving or Road Safety.
Certificate
of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), valid at
the time of appointment.
First Aid
Certificate.
Basic
mechanical knowledge, with a certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics being an
added advantage.
Experience
At least
5 years of accident-free driving experience, preferably with a water utility,
public institution, or commercial fleet.
Experience
driving light and heavy vehicles, including bowsers or lorries, where required.
Knowledge,
Skills and Competencies
Thorough
knowledge of the Traffic Act, NTSA regulations, and road safety rules.
Basic
vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
Ability
to read maps and use GPS or navigation tools.
Good
record-keeping skills.
Basic
communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
Good
customer care and interpersonal skills.
Ability
to remain calm and act quickly in emergencies.
Personal
Attributes
Integrity,
honesty, and reliability.
Punctuality
and discipline.
Willingness
to work irregular hours, weekends, and during emergencies, and to travel.
Physical
fitness, with good eyesight and hearing.
Sober,
responsible, and safety-conscious.
Working Conditions
Frequent
travel and exposure to varied weather and road conditions.
May be
required to be on call, including outside normal working hours.
Performance Measures
Zero
avoidable accidents or traffic offences.
Timeliness
of trips and service delivery.
Vehicle
condition and adherence to the maintenance schedule.
Accuracy
and timeliness of logbooks and reports.
Fuel
efficiency within set targets.
How to Apply
APPLICATION
DETAILS
Interested
and qualified candidates should submit the required application documents as
specified in the respective vacancy advert.
Submission
Address:
The
Managing Director
Kisii Water & Sanitation Company
P.O. Box 3880 – 40200
KISII
Submission
Method:
Applications
should be sent via email to recruit@kwasco.co.ke or hand
delivered to the company office at Bobaracho HQ.
Deadline:
Applications
must be received by close of business on Monday, 6th October 2026.
Important
Notice
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing
will lead to automatic disqualification.
Kisii
Water and Sanitation PLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Women,
persons with disabilities, and candidates from marginalized communities are
encouraged to apply.
