Plant Operators II (2Positions Vehicle Test Drivers) Job at Kiira Motors Corporation

Plant Operators II (2Positions Vehicle Test Drivers) Job


Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day

Salary: Attractive

Job Deadline: 16 November 2023

Number of Jobs: 02

Hiring Entity: Kiira Motors Corporation


Kiira Motors Corporation

Location:  In Uganda

Job Details:

Job Summary:
The Plant Operator II (Vehicle Test Driver) is responsible for driving and maintaining the assigned Production Vehicles and Production Equipment in the production and Market Validation environment in accordance with the company processes, guidelines and regulations as well as the Traffic and Road Safety Act 1998 (As Amended) and other applicable regulations.

Salary Scale: KT7 (1)
Reports to: Plant Operator III (Vehicle Test Driver)
Direct Reports: Plant Operator I

Key Functions:
• Test and Drive Production Vehicles and Production Equipment.
• Operate Mobility Energy and Technology Systems for Testing EVs and ICE Production Vehicles.
• Log and Report test data from vehicle test and market validation drills to the supervising officer.
• Carryout basic maintenance and cleaning of the Production Vehicles and Production Equipment.
• Report all Technical and Mechanical defects of the Production Vehicles and Production Equipment to the supervising officer.
• Maintain a clean, uncluttered, and safe work environment observing and practicing high standards of health, safety, and environment.
• Lead, mentor, develop, coach, train and appraise subordinates and peers to help them be successful in their roles and to progress in their skills and abilities.
• Develop and implement Monthly Work Plans necessary for executing the above duties and responsibilities and Performance Reports detailing all Vehicle Testing aspects on the production line.
• Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.


Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Valid Driving License (Minimum Class/Group: Class -DE/DH for 12 meters Buses; Class -D1E/ D/ DM for 10 meters Buses; and Class -D1 for 8 meters Buses).
• Certificate in Defensive Driving.

Minimum Experience
Three (3) years’ experience in Driving Medium and Heavy Duties Buses and Commercial Vehicles with knowledge of Manual, Automatic and Electric Transmission. Experience in driving Medium to Heavy Electric Vehicles and Operating Mobility Energy and Technology Systems (Chargers and Fuel Pumps) is an added advantage.

Core Competencies
• Ability to understand blueprints, schematic diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Mechanical skills and knowledge of basic machinery.
• Basic computer navigation and utilization skills
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
• Interpretation of Technical and Engineering Documentation

Behavioural Competencies
• Complete Tasks within Set Budgets, Timeframes and Standards
• Good Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to take Initiative and Good Decision-Making Skills
• Good physical condition, flexibility, and endurance
• Ability to Learn and Acquire New and Relevant Skills
• Duty of Care while Operating within the terms of Company policies and procedures

Application procedure

Interested and Qualified? Click here to apply

Posting Date: 2023-11-03

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