JOB DESCRIPTION

1. OUTLINE:

JOB TITLE: Driver

DEPARTMENT: Operations

REPORTS TO: Branch Supervisor

2. PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To provide dignified, compassionate and caring funeral services to the Funeral Services Group.

3. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Daily vehicle checks e.g oils, water, tyres etc
• Reporting all maintenance issues with regards to machinery and vehicles to management
• Conduct funerals locally and or across the country
• Assist with mortuary activities whenever required to do so
• Ensure that the company equipment is fully cared for
• Assist in liaison with the public and hospitals in terms of efficient collection of bodies
• Assist in pro-active preparation of schedules
• Communicate well with other drivers, mortuary attendants and receptionists

4. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 Certificate certificates and good practical experience in the transport industry
• Clean driver’s license for over 3 years

5. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Effective communication at all levels
• Must be able to use own initiative
• Must be mature, calm, neat and presentable
• Good supervision skill
• Must be able to efficiently and effectively drive mortuary vehicles and motor bikes.
• Highly assertive