Crew Change Driver – Dar es Salaam

About the role

The Crew Change Driver ensures safe, efficient and courteous transport of seafarers between ports, airports, hotels and medical facilities in Dar es Salaam. Working on a 24/7 roster, the driver supports vessel turnarounds and flight schedules while representing the company’s professional image.

Key responsibilities

• Provide defensive, smooth driving in varied traffic, weather and port conditions, operating manual‑transmission vehicles.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, fuel level and daily roadworthiness checks; record mileage, trip logs and fuel receipts.
• Offer a welcoming, professional demeanor to crew, assist with heavy luggage and convey transit information.
• Handle sensitive situations such as transporting ill or injured crew with empathy and discretion.
• Coordinate daily schedules with the Port Agency/Operations team and hotels; update the operations desk via MS Teams or other platforms.
• Advise crew on basic port guidelines, local customs and security protocols.
• Work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays, to avoid any delays.

Required profile

• Valid driver’s licence appropriate for manual‑transmission vehicles.
• Ability to work irregular hours and adapt to last‑minute schedule changes.
• Strong customer‑service orientation and ability to handle stressful situations calmly.
• Good physical stamina for handling luggage and long periods of driving.

Required skills

• Manual transmission vehicle operation
• Vehicle maintenance and pre‑trip inspection
• Use of MS Teams or similar communication platforms