Job Description
Job Summary
- The Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient transportation of goods, parcels, and documents within Lagos and its environs.
- The role requires strict adherence to traffic regulations, company policies, and customer service standards, while ensuring the safety of company assets and cargo.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Safely operate company vehicles for the delivery and collection of goods and parcels
- Ensure prompt and accurate deliveries within Magodo, Lagos Mainland, Island, and surrounding areas
- Carry out daily vehicle inspections and ensure roadworthiness at all times
- Maintain accurate trip logs, delivery notes, and fuel consumption records
- Load and offload goods carefully to prevent damage or loss
- Adhere strictly to Nigerian traffic laws and company safety policies
- Report vehicle faults, accidents, delays, or incidents immediately
- Keep assigned vehicle clean, secured, and properly maintained
- Assist in route planning to ensure efficient and cost-effective deliveries
- Support other operational duties as assigned by management.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timeliness and accuracy of deliveries
- Vehicle condition and maintenance compliance
- Adherence to safety and traffic regulations
- Customer and operations team feedback.
Educational Qualification
- Minimum of Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)
- Valid Nigerian Driver’s Licence (appropriate class)
Experience:
- Minimum of 2–5 years’ driving experience
- Prior experience in a logistics or courier company is highly desirable
- Good knowledge of Magodo, Ikeja, Ojodu, Berger, Alausa, Lagos Mainland, and Island routes
Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent driving and road safety skills
- Strong knowledge of Lagos road networks and traffic patterns
- Ability to use GPS/navigation apps (Google Maps, etc.)
- Basic record-keeping and reporting skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Physically fit and able to handle loading and offloading tasks.
Personal Attributes:
- Honest, responsible, and trustworthy
- Punctual and reliable with a strong work ethic
- Calm and professional under pressure and traffic conditions
- Customer-oriented with a polite and respectful attitude.
Working Conditions:
- May require extended hours, weekend, or shift work
- Involves frequent movement within Lagos traffic environment.