Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour and Social Security established under the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 36 of 2010, has its main Offices situated in Kitwe with two branch offices in Solwezi and Lusaka. In addition to the 3 centres, the Institute also offers occupational health and safety (OHS) services to all the sectors throughout the country on outreach basis. The Institute is looking for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following positions;

JOB OBJECTIVE

DRIVER (1 POSITION)

To drive institutional vehicles in order to facilitate mobility of officers, materials or/and equipment and ensure that they are in good condition at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conversant with the operations mechanism of light vehicles and passenger buses, and ensuring that they are in road worthy condition, perfect state of cleanliness, insured and with valid road tax, etc., before they are used; and that they are driven on official duties only.
• Ensures that passengers take safety precautions, such as wearing of safety belts before any journey begins Delivers materials and personnel to instructed destinations, ensuring safety at all times.
• Reports any instance of mishap or accident to the Supervisor for timely action.
• Ensures security of the vehicle at all times and that the vehicle is parked only in a secured place when not in use

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 school certificate
• PSV Drivers’ license with eligibility to drive buses.
• Competence license to drive GRZ vehicles
• 5 years’ experience working as a driver with a reputable organization.
• Excellent knowledge of traffic rules and road laws of Zambia.
• Knowledge of basic mechanics.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills with a customer service orientation.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates who responded to earlier advert on Epidemiologist position need not to apply.

Closing Date: 18 July 2025

For any queries contact the Institute on the following number: +260 750 125258 or 260 764836633
Candidates should send a cover letter, Educational and Professional Qualifications and a detailed C.V to;

The Director
Occupational Health and Safety Institute
P. O. Box 20205
KITWE