Vehicle Mechanics/Driver

Who are we?

Maternity Africa is a Christian-based not-for-profit organization that endeavours to provide fistula treatment and quality maternity care for all marginalized women throughout Tanzania. We do this through clinical excellence and in the example of displaying love, kindness and compassion regardless of race, religion or ethnicity.

Maternity Africa operates from its base at Kivulini Maternity Centre outside the city of Arusha in Northern Tanzania.

What is this role about?

This role requires a multiskilled individual to perform both the role of a vehicle Mechanic and a Driver to supports the organizations core business by ensuring efficient and safe operation of the hospital’s transportation and fleet maintenance, transporting staffs, patients, hospital visitors and goods and conducting outreach in accordance with the hospital guidelines, protocols and transport and vehicles policy.

Responsibilities (Mechanics)

• Assess vehicles/machinery i.e. generators, lawn mowers to accurately diagnose and repair issues.
• Determines the extent of repairs needed and estimates the cost of parts needed for repairs.
• Work with the transport officer to give details of parts and spares required for machinery or vehicle repairs.
• Identify, and propose plans of action for all maintenance tasks and upgrades for organization’s fleet.
• Liaise with drivers to determine their automotive requirements and communicate vehicular defects or problems to the transport officer.
• Prioritize urgent repairs and work deliver with minimum supervision.
• Provide routine inspections of vehicles and inform transport officer of any issues.
• Maintains record of all repairs and maintenance work done.
• Performs preventative maintenance work, such as checking oil and fluid levels on all equipment.
• Supervision of vehicle repair process when a third-party vendor service is hired.
• Offer consultation on maintenance and preventative procedures to vehicle users
• Performs duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Responsibilities (Driver)

• Safe and professional transportation of staff, patients, organizations visitors and goods.
• Ensuring that all cars have the required papers and equipment (road-books, triangle, fire extinguisher, road triangle, spare oil, coolant, map, insurance, first aid kit etc.)
• Maintain required motor vehicle reports like mileage records, fuel gauge inspection and report any vehicle damage in accordance with company policy and procedures as required by Transport Officer.
• Complete a vehicle check before every duty including the working order of the vehicle
• Report defects and deficiencies of the vehicle and equipment to transport officer, and replace all items of vehicle inventory used
• Remove and replace soiled linen and equipment within the vehicle in order to maintain sanitary conditions
• Providing social care in non-emergency situations.
• Ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed according to current policies and procedures
• To maintain the vehicle and equipment in accordance with the Maternity Africa policy.
• It is of primary importance that the speed limit is adhered to in all cases, and that driving is safe and the patient is comfortable.
• To provide a professional and caring service for all patients whilst in the care of Clinical Services.
• To ensure that at all times patient safety remains paramount and that safe systems of work are adhered to regarding wheel chairs, clamps, seat belts etc.
• At all times follow Organisational Standing Operational Procedures and policies of Maternity Africa
• Keeping the interior and exterior of the vehicle in a clean and tidy state.

Qualifications Required

• Education: Must have a Form IV/Secondary certificate.
• At-least 6 months training certificate in professional driving from National Institute of Transport (NIT)
• Must have a vehicle mechanics training certificate.
• Experience: 3+ years of progressive experience as a professional driver and a minimum of 2 years in vehicle maintenance.

Skills and Competencies Required

• Must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong working knowledge of vehicle mechanics and the ability to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Familiarity with Tanzanian Traffic and safety regulations and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, staff, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Have ability to think quickly, troubleshoot problems, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be in good physical condition to handle the demands of the job, including lifting heavy equipment and working in various weather conditions.
• Punctuality and Reliability – Given the critical nature of hospital operations, punctuality and dependability are essential.

Application guidelines

All interested candidates should send their qualifications credential certificates, a cover letter, a curriculum vitae to recruitment@maternityafrica.org by 12th October, 2025. If you are not contacted within 14 days of the closing date of this job advertisement, please note your job application was unsuccessful this time. Be aware Maternity Africa do not have any charges or fees throughout its recruitment process.