Rider/Messenger (LMO/DR 1)

Organisation
Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport
Reference
VAC-54852
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$22,720 – $30,556 per week
Date Posted
26/11/2024
Expiry Date
16/12/2024
The Rider/Messenger is responsible for delivering and collecting mail and other items within the Corporate Area and provides general ancillary support to the Corporate and Liaison Services Division and the Ministry in General.

 

Key Responsibilities

Mail delivery: 

  • Sorts and records mails to be delivered; 
  • Delivers mails and other items and ensures that they are signed for on delivery;
  • Collects mail and other small items and carries out errands for the Ministry, as required. 

Ancillary: 

  • Assists with preparations for special events and functions, as required;
  • Assists with the movement/relocation of records and equipment, as required;
  • Assists with the movement and storage of office supplies and stationery, as required;
  • Operates the photocopy machine, as required; 
  • Assists with replenishing the water coolers, when necessary; 
  • Undertakes minor repairs to the motorbike and ensures it is properly maintained;
  • Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

Core: 

  • Good oral and written communication skills; 
  • Good planning and organizing skills; 
  • Integrity; 
  • Confidentiality ; 
  • Compliance; 
  • Teamwork and co-operation; 
  • Good interpersonal skills. 

Technical: 

  • Sound knowledge of the GoJ Road Code and policies and procedures in operating a Government vehicle; 
  • Customer and quality focus. 

 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

  • Completed Secondary School Education; 
  • Literate and numerate with certificate (grade ten level); 
  • Open general driver’s license with PPV; 
  • Passed required test for operating/driving government vehicle; 
  • Five (5) years riding; last two (2) years accident-free riding.

 

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

  • Working environment involves: 
    • Lifting and moving of objects; 
    • Exposure to hazardous chemicals (gas oil, etc); 
  • Maybe required to work outside of normal working hours. 

 

 

 

 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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