HEAVY VEHICLE OPERATOR, G4

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• Organisation: UNISFA - United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei
• Location: Wau
• Contract: J
• Deadline: 22 September 2026

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Movement Control and Distribution Unit of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), duty station Wau. The incumbent will report directly to the Movement Control Assistant or their designate.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision and general guidance of a more senior Movement Control Assistant, the incumbent will perform the following functions: • Operates Trucks and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) transporting cargo, passengers and hazardous goods, such as delivery of sea containers within the mission's area of operation • Operate Heavy Material Handling Equipment and Forklift to offload and load sea containers and other heavy items/supplies. • Perform basic maintenance tasks on heavy vehicles and equipment before commencing to drive or operate and carry out basic repairs in the event of a breakdown while on duty in remote areas. • Drive heavy recovery trucks to recover breakdown vehicles. • Check to ensure all relevant vehicle documents such as maintenance record cards, insurance, car log, tools and equipment issued to the vehicles are valid and in place. • Arrange washing and cleaning of the vehicles and equipment after use. • Carry out daily inspection, minor repairs and maintenance on light, medium and heavy vehicles, including forklifts and other heavy machinery. • Performs VIP and standby driver duties. • Perform other duties as required.

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