Mission Transport Lead – Embassy

The Commonwealth Government of Australia; Roma; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth Government of Australia, through the Australian Embassy in Rome, is inviting applications for the Head of Mission Driver – LE2. This permanent full-time role is based at the Australian Embassy, Rome, with compensation of EUR 2,394 gross per month, plus 13th and 14th salaries.

The successful candidate will provide safe, reliable transport and assist with routine administrative tasks within the Embassy.

Qualifications

• Valid Italian drivers licence and a demonstrated safe driving record.
• Written and spoken proficiency in Italian and English
• High standards of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
• Reliable, trustworthy and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable and punctual transport for the Ambassador, or other Embassy staff as needed, to official meetings, events and functions.
• Liaise with the Ambassador’s Executive Officer to confirm the Ambassador’s program, transport requirements, routes and appropriate travel times.
• Assist with transport planning, including identifying suitable routes, allowing sufficient time between appointments and responding to changes in the Ambassador’s program.
• Ensure official vehicles are maintained in a clean, safe and roadworthy condition, including washing, refuelling and monitoring tyre, brake and general vehicle condition.
• Arrange routine vehicle servicing and promptly report faults, damage or maintenance to the Protocol and Transport Officer.
• Complete vehicle running sheets and maintain accurate records relating to vehicle use, servicing and other transport activities.
• Under the direction of the Senior Administrative Officer, undertake routine administrative and practical office support tasks.

Skills

Safe driving

Italian language

English language

Job description

The Commonwealth Government of Australia, through the Australian Embassy in Rome, is inviting applications for the Head of Mission Driver – LE2. This permanent full-time role is based at the Australian Embassy, Rome, with compensation of EUR 2,394 gross per month, plus 13th and 14th salaries.

The successful candidate will provide safe, reliable transport and assist with routine administrative tasks within the Embassy.