Driver / Administration Assistant

New Zealand High Commission; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A diplomatic office in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced driver to provide driving support and administrative assistance. The ideal candidate should have at least five years of professional driving experience, a clean license, and the ability to maintain vehicles. The starting salary is RM 3,200 per month, negotiable based on experience. Applications must be received by 4:30pm Malaysian time on Friday, 21st November 2025.

Qualifications

• Current, clean driver’s license to drive safely in local conditions.
• Minimum five years of professional driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Check driving schedules and coordinate with the Executive Assistant.
• Provide safe driving services to passengers.
• Maintain the vehicle's cleanliness and safety.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks on vehicles.
• Assist with photocopying and office duties when not driving.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Skills

Professional driving experience

Basic car maintenance knowledge

Organizational skills

Health and safety regulation understanding

Ability to work autonomously

Job description

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Energetic self-starter with a passion for reliable driving support and efficient administrative assistance.
• Team player who thrives in a dynamic multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Regularly check the driving schedules and liaise with the Executive Assistant and others regarding the driving requirements for the High Commission.
• Provide safe and punctual driving services to all passengers, including assisting with luggage.
• Maintain the post’s vehicle to a high standard, ensuring they are clean and safe to drive at all times.
• Carry out regular maintenance checks on vehicles and maintain accurate and up-to-date service records and manuals.
• Assist with photocopying, reception duties, purchase of office supplies, delivery or collection of office mail and other duties when not driving.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Hold a current, clean driver’s licence and be able to drive post vehicles safely in local conditions.

Skills and Competencies

• At least five years previous professional driving experience, e.g. providing chauffeur services, driving for senior officials or dignitaries.
• Good knowledge and experience of basic car maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to and work within a team.
• Well‑developed organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively with a range of people.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work autonomously and within guidelines, demonstrating sound judgement.
• Attention to detail and ability to track maintenance schedules and tasks.

The salary for this position starts at RM 3,200/month (RM 41,600 p.a. inclusive of 13th month bonus), negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

Application Process

The application form, a covering letter of no more than two pages setting out why you are applying for the position and examples of how you meet the job criteria, together with a non‑returnable CV should be emailed to:

Administration Manager
New Zealand High Commission Kuala Lumpur

Applications must be received by 4:30pm Malaysian time on Friday, 21st November 2025.

All applications must be made in English.

You must have the right to work in Malaysia and be able to obtain and maintain relevant working visas. The High Commission can provide support with the visa application process. Relocation to Kuala Lumpur is to be undertaken at the expense of the applicant.