Driver - Kyiv, Ukraine

Job Purpose

The Driver’s primary duty is to provide safe, secure and legally compliant driving. He/ she supports the Team Leader to provide journey management for clients in hostile and high-risk environments. He/ she is responsible for maintaining the highest personal and professional standards in accordance with Control Risks’ standard operating procedures (SOPs); and to work with colleagues to deliver the best possible service for the client.

Driver will operate from Control Risks’ office in Kyiv. His/her duties are currently restricted within Ukraine’s internationally recognized geographical boundaries; post conflict, this may expand to include duties in neighboring countries.

Application closing date: 04 September 2026

Role tasks and responsibilities

• Demonstrates safe and competent driving skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Ukraine road safety rules.
• Remains informed about the threats and key issues in Ukraine.
• Conducts vehicle and dismounted immediate action drills.
• Demonstrates client etiquette, discipline, and Control Risks’ low-profile approach.
• Possesses competent navigation skills, including map-reading, compass and use of GPS.
• Uses vehicle-mounted and handheld communication systems.
• Maintains competence in all required skills through regular formal assessment.
• Conducts effective administration, such as vehicle maintenance, equipment husbandry/accountability, reports and returns.
• Conducts venue and route recces and contributes to reports accordingly.
• Assists in conducting risk assessments and operational planning.

Requirements

Role requirements

Essential: Current B license (SS)

Preferred: Current C license (AV)

Benefits

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• Life insurance cover
• Personal Accident insurance
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.