Type: full-time Location: AAR Head Office Expires: 16 January, 2026
Reports To: Head of Emergency & Rescue Operations
Directly Supervise: NIL
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for ensuring that the Ambulance is in a good working condition and ready for use at all times.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Mechanical condition of the Ambulance.
Cleanliness of the Ambulance, Linen and all Ambulance Equipment.
Working condition of the Radio handsets.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Ensure that the vehicle has fuel and is ready for emergencies.
Inspect the vehicle and report any mechanical problems that may arise.
Safely driving an Ambulance to transport patients as quickly as possible to medical facilities.
Provide assistance in situations where the patient requires some level of care before reaching the hospital, such as instance of heavy bleeding or respiratory distress.
Clean and keep the Ambulance thoroughly sanitized and, free of soiled linen and contaminated supplies.
Make daily entries into a driving log. This information includes patients’ names and addresses, trip names, mileage and services performed.
Adhere to the professional code of conduct and Ethics.
Any other duties that may be assigned to you.
KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
Define procedures for the use of the administration vehicle.
Define wastage of transport expenses.
15 rescues per month generated as an individual. This will be subject to a quarterly review.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:
An O’ Level Certificate.
At least 7 years of driving experience
Valid driving permit.
Training in defensive driving will be an added advantage.
Competence driving certificate from Ministry of Works and Transport.
OTHER COMPETENCIES:
Good people skills
Good communication skills and confidence in case of accidents.
To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to recruitment@aar-healthcare.ug with the subject line “Application for Ambulance Driver- [Your Name].”
Ensure your application is submitted by 16th January 2026 to be considered.
We look forward to reviewing your application and will contact selected candidates for further steps. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
