1. Purpose of the Job

1 Responsible for diagnostic and general vehicle maintenance and routine repairs on the bus fleet, ensuring that

all work is carried out in line with the agreed process and to a high standard, and that safety is observed at all

times.

2. Key Accountabilities

Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and

damaged parts; Inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions and diagnose to determine extent

of repair required.

Service vehicles in accordance with Company and vehicle manufacturing specifications and to Company

and Statutory standards.

Provides instruction and training in the proper methods and processes necessary to perform equipment

repair, inspection and preventive maintenance.

Performs other related work as required

Responsibility for materials and equipment within assigned delegated authority level

3. Experience Knowledge & Qualification Required

Secondary and further level education with either academic or vocational qualifications and relevant

technical and management experience in an electrical engineering discipline

Excellent understanding of the road passenger transport sector, including all relevant legal and external

regulations and requirements for the operation of passenger carrying vehicles

Flexible approach to working hours – able to attend out-of-hours where required to meet service delivery

and vehicle audits, and to be able to respond quickly to any “on-call” requirements

Assertive and diplomatic

Excellent people and communication skills with ability to deal with people and problems effectively and

with ease

Self-starter

Analytical mind

Driven and determined

Energetic and motivated

4. Other specific requirements

Applicant must have fluency and competence in English and Arabic languages to a good standard.

Transfer knowledge, experience, and skills to equip colleagues, particularly direct reports, with

appropriate technical, operational, and managerial skills as part of our approach to succession planning

and Bahrainization

5 Health & Safety Responsibility

Ensure the health, safety and welfare of all staff who report to you

Implement company safety policy within your area of control

Conduct Visible Felt Leadership Tours within your area of responsibility

To champion, comply with and lead on health and safety instructions and directives, embedding and

living a culture of safety awareness and accident avoidance in all elements of the operation - from staff,

to passenger, vehicles, workplaces and processes

To use the appropriate safety equipment properly

To wear Personal Protective Equipment where applicable and report any loss

To refrain from the wilful misuse or interference with anything provided in the interests of health, safety

and welfare

To refrain from any action that might endanger themselves, other employees, customers or members of

the public

To ensure that all necessary safety precautions are taken and, if they are in a management or supervisory

position ensure that instructions are provided

To report immediately any accidents, incidents or near misses to your line manager as soon as possible

and always within 24 hours. This should include both personal injury and vehicle damage

To attendant cooperate in any investigation following an incident as required. Knowledge of the need

for training to enable effective accident investigation essential

To cooperate with your employer in attending and actively participating in any health and safety related

training courses as required

To report immediately any hazard, faulty equipment or health and safety concern to your line manager

and ensure action is taken to make the hazard safe e.g., fencing them off, using signs etc.

To be aware of your personal security and the security of your vehicle or place of work

Comply with all company policies including the Safety and Environmental policy statements; and in

accordance with the laws of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and company policy, adhere to the Drugs and

Alcohol Policy

To be aware of the fire and emergency arrangements for my location and each location visited

To set an example by carrying out my duties in a safe manner and ensuring that I do not put myself or

others at risk

To undertake safety tours

To undertake risk assessments

To undertake audits. Knowledge of the need for training to enable effective accident investigation

essential

Your specific safety responsibilities are set out below

You are responsible for attending safety meetings

You must comply with the Health and Safety Policy

You must comply with the safety management programme

You must ensure that safety policies are communicated to you

You must ensure that you attend and / or receive safety briefing

Safety training - you must attend the following training courses;

Primary Fire training

Knowledge of the following is required

Health and Safety Regulations

First Aid

Control of substances hazardous to health

Fire Precautions

Accidents & Incidents

You must ensure that all accidents, incidents and near-misses involving yourself are properly reported

Emergency Planning;

You must understand and comply with the local emergency plans for your location

You must be aware of the persons appointed to comply with Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations

and Fire Precautions arrangements

Rules, Competencies, Permits & Licences

You must ensure that general safety responsibilities and other operating publications are received and

understood by you

You must be in possession of any safety publications before you take up your post : Rule books,

Working instructions, Policies.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

You are responsible for ensuring that you are issued with, sign for and wear any necessary PPE in

accordance with the appropriate instructions

You will be issued with the following PPE on a personal basis :

High Visibility Clothing

Safety Footwear

Safety Goggles (as required)

Safety Helmet (as required)

Safe Systems of Work

You are responsible for complying with safe systems of work

You are responsible for ensuring that you receive the necessary training

Other details

Comply with all company policies including the Safety and Environmental policy statements; and in

accordance with the laws of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and company policy, adhere to the Drugs and

Alcohol Policy.

You must comply with the company procedure for the Control of Hazardous Substances.

Auditing and Safety Checks

You are responsible for assisting in any safety audits being undertaken

You are responsible for ensuring that all substances used in the cleaning of any items / area are used in

accordance with the specified control measures, including the use of PPE where identified through

assessment

You are responsible for ensuring that you only use materials and equipment used for bus / station / depot

cleaning which have been purchasing in accordance with the company’s procurement procedure

You have legal responsibilities for yourself and others under legislation

Line manager accountable for the safety of their staff / teams

Essential to have knowledge and ideally, experience of delivering health & safety inductions. Strategic

safety management training essential. Knowledge of manual handling and the risks essential. VFL training

essential. Knowledge of the core requirements relevant to a professional environmental body / institute

essential.

Job Type : Full-time

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