Senior Driver

This position is an LES (Locally Engaged Staff) position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in Tel Aviv, Israel

 

 

The successful candidate will provide safe driving services to senior officials, program managers, mission staff, and other visitors or dignitaries. They provide courier and logistics services, arrange for vehicle maintenance and cleaning, undertake vehicle administrative duties, and may additionally support the mission by assisting with basic administrative, protocol, maintenance and other support services following established mission and departmental policies. Driver provides transportation, delivery and/or errand services to the Canadian Armed Forces program.

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to experience and language. Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter and CV how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

Education:

Completion of secondary level education from a government recognized school. An acceptable combination of education and experience will be considered.

Language: Fluency in English language.

Experience:

The candidates must have:
• a valid class C driving license
• Minimum of 4 years (within past 6 years) as official driver with any of the following:
- multinational company (ex: major hotel chain)
- a diplomatic missions/ or personal driver to a diplomat
- an international or non-governmental organization
- a federal or state level government agency

The Rated Requirements are part of the essential requirements and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview, role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of local routes of Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Ramallah, Jericho and the West Bank
• Knowledge of local and safe driving regulations and practice
• Knowledge of good vehicle maintenance procedures

Abilities:

• Coordinate conflicting priorities within tight deadlines and meet work targets
• Work independently as well as a team member
• Ability to follow instructions and apply rules at short notice
• Ability to use GPS + internet mapping systems