Driver

Job Title: Ambulance Driver

Location: Gwagwalada area of Abuja, FCT

Department: Emergency Medical Services / Operations

Reports To: Operations Manager / Ambulance Coordinator

Job Summary

The Ambulance Driver is responsible for the safe, prompt, and professional transportation of patients, medical personnel, and emergency equipment during ambulance response operations. The driver must operate the ambulance safely under both normal and emergency conditions while supporting the medical team in delivering timely pre-hospital care.

Key Responsibilities

Respond promptly to emergency dispatch calls and assigned ambulance movements.

Drive the ambulance safely and responsibly while observing Nigerian road traffic laws.

Transport patients safely between accident scenes, residences, hospitals, clinics, and other designated locations.

Operate the ambulance with appropriate urgency while maintaining the safety and comfort of patients, medical personnel, pedestrians, and other road users.

Assist paramedics and other medical personnel during patient loading, unloading, and movement when required.

Maintain communication with the dispatch/operations team throughout emergency assignments.

Use GPS and navigation applications to identify the fastest and safest routes to emergency locations and healthcare facilities.

Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, including checking tyres, brakes, lights, fuel, fluids, siren, communication equipment, and other essential systems.

Keep the ambulance clean, hygienic, organized, and ready for immediate deployment.

Report vehicle faults, accidents, mechanical problems, damage, or equipment deficiencies immediately.

Maintain accurate records of trips, mileage, fuel consumption, vehicle inspections, and maintenance. Assist with basic ambulance equipment checks and ensure equipment is properly secured.

Observe patient confidentiality and maintain professional conduct when dealing with patients and their relatives.

Support ambulance evacuation, event medical coverage, inter-hospital transfers, and other emergency response assignments.

Remain available for shifts, weekends, public holidays, and emergency call-outs as required.

Follow company policies, emergency response procedures, infection-control practices, and occupational safety requirements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Valid Nigerian Driver's Licence appropriate for the vehicle being operated.

At least 3 years of driving experience, preferably with substantial experience driving buses, vans, Hiace vehicles, ambulances, or other commercial vehicles.

Ability to use Google Maps, GPS and other navigation applications effectively. Good knowledge of Abuja roads, including Gwagwalada and surrounding areas.

Good knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting. Ability to remain calm and focused during emergency situations.

Good communication and interpersonal skills. Physically fit and capable of assisting with patient movement when required.

Reliable, punctual, disciplined, and safety-conscious.

Living in Gwagwalada area of Abuja an added advantage.

Salary very competitive

How to apply:Send your CV to: [email protected]

Work Location: In person