Assistant Transport Officer (GMG/AM 2)

• • Technical /Professional:
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    Recommends route maps to ensure efficiency in the mail delivery process;
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    Assists in the maintenance of Daily Assignment Log Book and Defects Log Book;
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    Assists in the maintenance of vehicle records, including Registration Certificates, Certificates of Fitness, Insurance Policies, Inspection Schedules/Service Schedule;
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    Conducts periodic inspections of motor vehicles;
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    Assists in the management of fuel;
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    Monitors Maintenance Schedules for vehicles and initiates procedures to have the vehicles serviced in a timely manner;
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    Assists the Transport Manager with ongoing orientation, training and evaluation of drivers and reports any concerns to the Manager for necessary action;
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    Provides input to the development and implementation of transport policies and strategies to improve operations;
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    Sensitizes drivers to ensure an awareness of the Administrative Procedures pertinent to the transportation function, and reports any area of concern and non-compliance to the Transport Manager;
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    Assists in the management of the investigation and reporting process for vehicles involved in accidents;
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    Makes recommendations to improve safety procedures; promotes safe work practices in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety and the Manager’s directives;
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    Advises the Transport Manager of malfunctioning vehicles;
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    Prepares reports as requested by the Transport Manager.
• • Management/Administrative:
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    Assists in the preparation of quarterly Motor Vehicle Operational Efficiency Reports (fuel and mileage);
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    Participates in the formulation/development of the Strategic/Corporate Plans and Budget for the Unit;
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    Assists in the preparation of Operational Plans and Work Plans for the Unit;
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    Participates in monthly, quarterly, annual performance review and reporting meetings for the Unit;
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    Sensitizes staff to ensures awareness of and adherence to the policies, procedures and regulations which guides the operations of the Ministry, Division and the Unit;
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    Co-ordinates the preparation of requisitions for the payment related to insurance and maintenance and servicing of vehicles;
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    Assists in the preparation of Highway Toll report and prepares document to fund the accounts as required.

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Thursday, 31st July, 2025 to: Senior Director Human Resource Development and Management Office of the Prime Minister 1 Devon Road Kingston 10 ✉️ Email: jobs@opm.gov.jm ℹ️ Subject: Assistant Transport Officer (GMG/AM 2) ⚠️ Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

• • Required to work beyond normal working hours and weekends, whenever the need arises;
• • Must have a valid Driver’s License.