Job Title: Post Bus Driver – 6 Positions
Organisation: Posta Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Locations:
About Organisation:
Uganda Post Limited, trading as Posta Uganda. UPL is the most extensive provider of postal services in Uganda, having an extensive network of postal delivery outlets down to sub-county level.
Job Summary: Ensure proper maintenance and handling of the Post Bus to guarantee the safety of passengers, mail, and third parties.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain a valid driver’s license with the required classes and adhere to all driving rules and regulations.
- Operate the Post Bus safely and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations.
- Follow predetermined routes and schedules to ensure timely mail delivery and passenger delivery.
- Performance routine checks on the Post Bus to ensure it is in good working condition, including checking oil, fuel, tires, lights, and brakes.
- Maintain accurate records of miles traveled, fuel consumption, and any incidents or issues encountered during the route.
- Ensure the security of mail items and maintain the confidentiality of customer information.
- Be prepared to respond to emergencies, providing first aid or other assistance as needed.
- Adhere to all the postal and transportation regulations, procedures, and standards.
- Help passengers with special needs, such as elderly or disabled individuals, ensuring they receive appropriate assistance.
- Occasionally check passengers and luggage to ensure complete ticketing by the conductor
- Ensure cleanliness, safety, and safe custody of the post bus after work.
- 1In liaison with the bus conductor, manage relationships with brokers, local authorities, and other relevant authorities to maintain supreme respect for the Post Bus.
- Fill in and sign the Daily Bus Return and deliver it to the supervisor immediately upon arrival at headquarters.
Key Performance Indicators
- Accident rate
- Passenger satisfaction rates
- Safety incidents
- Fuel efficiency
- Post bus maintenance record
- Driver behavior
- Vehicle cleanliness.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- General Education
- MUST have a valid driver’s permit with classes CE, D, D1, DIE, D, DE
- Must have a current passenger bus drivers’ badge issued by the Ministry of Works and Transport and or a Passenger Bus Driver’s license issued by the Transport Licensing Board.
- Defensive Drivers’ certificate obtained from a registered defensive driving training institute.
Working experience
- Five (04) years of working experience as a passenger bus driver three of which MUST have been attained from driving a passenger bus.
Competences
- Proficient in operating buses of various sizes and types
- Knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and safety procedures
- Friendly and courteous demeanor when interacting with passengers
- Knowledge of bus routes, stops, and schedules
- Clear and effective communication
- Time management
- Ability to fix minor mechanical problems
- Upholding professional standards of conduct and integrity.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their application letter; attach certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates as well as a detailed CV, to reach the address below;
The Head, Department of Human Resource and Administration,
Posta Uganda,
P.O Box 7106 Kampala
Deadline: 4th August 2025
Please Note:
- Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
- Candidates who do not receive feedback within a month from the deadline should consider their applications unsuccessful.
- Posta Uganda is an Equal Opportunity employer. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.
- Any form of lobbying or canvassing for appointment shall lead to automatic disqualification.
- Candidates shall be required, among others, to present the following: Endorsement Letter duly stamped by their Local Council 1 Chairperson Three Reference Letters.
- Prior to appointment on the job, Posta Uganda shall carry out independent reference checks for all the documentation mentioned above.
- Applicants MUST indicate the position applied for on the top right-hand corner of the envelope in which the application is enclosed.
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Level of Education: High School
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 48