DRIVER – BANK OF GUYANA

VACANCY 

Responsibilities

1. Required Documents

   Drivers must always carry the following documents when operating the Bank’s vehicles:

   • A valid driver’s licence appropriate for the vehicle type.

   • A copy of the vehicle’s insurance certificate, fitness certificate, and registration licence (to be displayed in the vehicle).

2. Pre-Driving Compliance

   • Ensure that the vehicle is fully insured, and that both the fitness and licence documents are valid.

   • Report all relevant entry dates to the Head of Department or Supervisor to ensure timely insurance renewal and document updates.

3. Journey Authorization

   • All trips must be authorized by the Head of Department, Supervisor, or the person to whom the driver is assigned.

4. Log Book Procedures

   • Drivers must personally book out and in with the subordinate officer in charge before and after every authorized journey.

   • All entries in the log book must be accurately recorded and must match the guards’ diary.

5. Post-Trip Reporting

   • Report back in person to the Head of Department or assigned supervisor immediately after each journey for further instructions.

6. Vehicle Use

   • Only authorized individuals may operate the Bank’s vehicles.

   • Vehicles must be driven with due care and attention at all times.

7. Passenger Authorization

   • Unauthorized persons are not permitted to travel in Bank vehicles unless approval is obtained from the relevant authority.

8. Road Compliance

   • All road signs, including speed limits and stop signs, must be strictly followed both within Georgetown and elsewhere.

9. Incident Reporting

   • Drivers are responsible for reporting all vehicle damages or losses immediately.

   • Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action or financial liability.

10. In the Event of an Accident

    • Report the accident to the nearest District Police Station immediately.

    • Inform the Bank of Guyana as soon as possible.

    • Remain at the scene until the police have completed necessary measurements.

    • Notify the insurance company and submit all required reports and statements.

    • Arrange for damage assessment and take photographs if necessary.

11. Vehicle Handover Procedures

    • Conduct thorough inspections during handover/takeover with a subordinate officer.

    • Log all defects in the log book, checklist, and diary, and report them in the morning report.

    • Check speedometer readings against log book entries.

12. Vehicle Maintenance

    • Wash vehicles weekly and clean them daily at the end of duty.

    • Ensure vehicles are fuelled, radiator and oil levels are checked, and properly handed over to the subordinate officer.

13. Fuel/Oil Logs

    • Record all fuel and oil usage in the log book, including order numbers.

14. Weekly Inspections

    • All vehicles will be inspected every Monday morning by a senior officer by 09:00 or as soon as possible thereafter.

15. Documentation Submission

    • Submit log book and overtime sheets daily to the Head of Department or Supervisor for review and signature.

16. Dress Code

    • Drivers must be properly attired at all times while on duty.

17. Presence During Servicing

    • Drivers must remain present when vehicles are left at gas stations for washing.

Qualifications and Experience

• A sound secondary school background.

• OR

• Previous experience in the military (an official discharge from the relevant force is required if applicable