Drivers at Arik Air Limited

Arik Air – Launched in 2006, Arik Air is West Africa largest airline. Positioned at the commercial hub airport of one of the world’s leading emerging economies, Arik Air currently serves an ever expanding route network of key cities in Nigeria, Africa, Europe and the US. Arik Air boasts a modern fleet of 28 aircraft.

Primary Objective:

• To transport passengers and company properties to and fro assigned destinations safely and comfortably.

Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Drive a minibus, pickup van, or other light goods vehicles to transport clients, company personnel, goods, and services.
• Drive vehicles according to assigned schedules.
• Assist passengers into and out of vehicles when necessary.
• Secure passengers’ wheelchairs and other obscure items in order to stabilize wheelchairs during trip.
• Operate two-way radios or similar devices to communicate with base stations or other vehicles for necessary information purposes.
• Maintain, clean and service vehicles; carry out routine checks on assigned vehicles
• Keep records of trips and the behavior of passengers.
• Perform other duties when not driving, such as departmental administrative duties.

Working Relationships

• Head of Corporate Services
• Head of Administration
• Transport Manager
• Transport Head/Supervisors
• Fellow drivers
• Employees.

Qualification and Experience:

• Candidates should possess a minimum of Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSCE / GCE)
• Good Knowledge of Nigeria Road network
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a driver, in a similar industry, will be an added advantage.

Person Specification:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in driving minibus, pickup van or other good light vehicles.
• A Valid driver’s license.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be a team player
• Must be well groomed and organized. Fluent in English (Reading and writing)