About Moove
Moove is on a mission to build the largest mobility fintech for emerging markets. Our starting point is a technology-enabled lending model to radically transform the availability of auto finance and vehicles for on-demand ridesharing services across tier 1 African cities. By doing so, Moove is creating sustainable jobs for mobility entrepreneurs in the mobility sector.
About the Role
A Driving Instructor is responsible for providing individualized driving instruction to drivers in order to assess and validate their driver skills and behaviour.
What You’ll be Doing
Conduct driving evaluations and training for drivers, both in classroom settings and on-the-road training.
Provide refresher training to drivers on the rules of the road, including traffic laws, road signs, and defensive driving techniques.
Provide instruction on vehicle operation and handling, including parallel parking, turning, merging, and braking.
Demonstrate proper driving techniques and safety procedures to drivers.
Assess drivers' driving skills and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
Develop lesson plans and tailor instruction to meet the specific needs and abilities of drivers.
Maintain accurate records of each driver's progress and attendance.
Monitor and enforce safety regulations and ensure that drivers understand and follow all traffic laws and regulations.
Stay updated on changes in driving laws and regulations to effectively teach drivers and ensure compliance.
What You will need for this position
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey information and instructions to drivers.
Patience and the ability to remain calm and composed.
Strong knowledge of traffic laws, road signs, and driving regulations.
Exceptional observation skills to quickly identify and correct errors in driving techniques.
Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the individual needs and learning styles of drivers.
Excellent organizational skills to develop lesson plans and maintain accurate records.
Confidence in providing clear and concise instructions to drivers.
Strong problem-solving skills to address any challenges or difficulties.
Reliable and punctual to ensure that all scheduled lessons are conducted on time.
Key Metrics
A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Certification or licensure as a driving instructor, advantageous.
Knowledge of South African laws and regulations regarding driving instruction.
Prior experience as a driving instructor is preferred, but not always required.
High school diploma or equivalent education.
Who You'll Be Working with:
Directly reporting to our City Fleet Manager, and closely working with our Operations Team.
About the team
Our team is collaborative, positive, curious, and engaged. We think fast, work smart, laugh often, and seek like-minded people to join us in our mission to disrupt vehicle ownership and make financial freedom within reach.
Moove is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome people from all backgrounds who seek the opportunity to help build a future where everyone and everything can move independently.
Pre-hiring Notice: Moove relies on the accuracy of information contained in employment applications, as well as the accuracy of other data presented throughout the hiring process and during employment. Any misrepresentations, falsifications, or material omissions in any information or data provided by an applicant may result in the applicant being excluded from further consideration for employment or if an individual has already been hired, termination of employment.
EEO Statement: Moove is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, political affiliation or any other protected characteristic.
Moove: Moove is a mobility asset finance company and Uber's preferred fleet partner across Sub-Saharan Africa. Our Vision is to democratise financial services to make our customers more productive and successful. Our Core values are Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Teamwork, Trust and Ownership.
