Operations Assistant (Driver)

About the role

Ashesi University's Facilities Unit is looking for an Operations Assistant (Driver) to provide safe, reliable and responsive transport for staff, students and guests. The role covers weekday and weekend transport, supports shift employees and the weekend MBA programme, and involves performing university errands and helping with field trips. It reports to the Assistant Director, Facilities and Logistics.

Key responsibilities

• Transport passengers between designated stops and the university, including early morning, late evening and weekend shifts.
• Support the weekend MBA programme with reliable shuttle services and provide transport for shift employees working outside normal hours.
• Perform university errands and assist with field trips and special transport assignments.
• Follow traffic laws and safety protocols, monitor traffic and weather, and drive courteously to uphold the university's image.
• Carry out daily pre-trip inspections of the bus (brakes, tires, lights, etc.) and ensure timely servicing and clean, safe vehicles.
• Keep vehicle and driver documents (roadworthiness, insurance, licence) up to date and report mechanical issues or delays to the Assistant Director, Logistics.
• Collect fares during scheduled shifts and lodge collections as directed.

Required profile

• Valid class C or D driver's licence.
• Prior experience driving a bus, preferably in an institutional or school setting.
• Experience with early morning, night or weekend shifts is an advantage.
• Courteous, professional attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
• Time management, organisational ability and independence, especially during non-standard hours.
• Flexibility and dependability in adapting to changing schedules.

What we offer

• Compensation regularly reviewed against industry benchmarks.
• Private health insurance cover, retirement benefits and paid leave.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, development and research.

Applications are screened until the position is filled; only shortlisted candidates are invited to interview and may be asked to give a seminar, research talk, teaching simulation or practical assessment.