UN Heavy Vehicle Operator Job Careers – United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)

Job Title:             Heavy Vehicle Operator
Organization: United Nations
Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
(MONUSCO)
Duty Station: Entebbe,
Uganda
Job Opening Number:
ESB/TJO/LL/002/03-2017
Reports to: Chief Transport
Officer
Grade: NOB
About US:
Following the signing of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement in July 1999
between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and five regional States
(Angola, Namibia, Rwanda, Uganda and Zimbabwe) in July 1999, the Security
Council established the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic
of the Congo (MONUC) by its resolution 1279 of 30 November 1999, initially to
plan for the observation of the ceasefire and disengagement of forces and
maintain liaison with all parties to the Ceasefire Agreement. Later in a series
of resolutions, the Council expanded the mandate of MONUC to the supervision of
the implementation of the Ceasefire Agreement and assigned multiple related
additional tasks.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Within delegated authority, the Heavy Vehicle Operator will carry out the
following duties:
  • Delivers
    goods via a heavy truck
  • Loads
    and unloads cargo
  • Collect
    delivery instructions from appropriate sources.
  • Secures
    cargo for transport using ropes, blocks, chains, binders or covers,
  • Maintains
    logs of working hours or of vehicle services or repairs status,
    following applicable regulations.
  • Follows
    all applicable safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.
  • Takes
    appropriate drivers rest periods during trips.
  • Follows
    all appropriate traffic laws.
  • Drives
    trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and long routes
    to document weights and to comply with all regulations.
  • Maneuvers
    trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading
    crew and checking that vehicles and loading equipment are properly
    positioned
  • Follows
    accident procedures if an accident occurs.
  • Keeps
    truck and associated equipment, clean and in good working order.
  • Performs
    basic vehicle maintenance checks and services, such as adding oil, fuel,
    or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs.
  • Checks
    conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that
    there has been no damage.
  • Cranks
    trailer landing gear up or down to safety secure vehicles.
  • Loads
    and unloads to inspect loads, ensuring that cargo is secure.
  • Remove
    debris from loaded trailers.
  • Perform
    emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires or installing light
    bulbs, tire chains or spark plugs.
  • Collaborates
    with other operators as part of a driving team on some trips.
  • Perform
    other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
  • The ideal candidate for the United Nations
    Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
    (MONUSCO Heavy Vehicle Operator job should hold a High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Technical
    training as Motor Vehicle Technician (National Technician Certificate or
    equivalent) is highly desirable
  • At least two years of progressively responsible experience in truck
    driving or bus driving experience is required.
  • Hold a valid national driving license including class B, C, D and E (heavy
    trucks and buses) is required
  • Languages: fluency in oral and written English
    is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is
    an advantage.
Personal Competencies:
  • Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in
    achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of
    subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,
    observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional
    rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult
    problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
  • Planning
    & Organizing:

    Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
    identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as
    required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for
    completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when
    planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time
    efficiently.
  • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
    colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by
    genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from
    others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in
    accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not
    entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and
    accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
NB: The United Nations
does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application,
interview meeting, processing, or training). The United Nations does not
concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts. Women are
strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates should send
their applications the following documents:
  • The United Nations Personal History form
    (P-11), Download Here; This should
    be signed
  • Proof of required academic certificates
    i.e. Academic Certificate(s) and/or High School/Secondary Diplomas
  • Latest performance evaluation reports /
    appraisals
The applicants with the completed documents are strongly encouraged to
apply via e-mail and must include the Vacancy Announcement Number (check
beginning of this advert) and Job Title to: rsce2-recruitment@un.org
Deadline: 17th April 2017
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