• Application Deadline: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Truck Driver


• Job Type Contract


• Qualification Secondary School (SSCE)


• Experience 5 - 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Driving 
  

Responsibilities

• Transporting finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers


• Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance


• Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules


• Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers


• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance


• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules


• Document and log work/rest periods and kilometres spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts


• Input “macros” into our automated system for each stage of the loading and unloading process


• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures


• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions


• Collect and verify delivery instructions


• Report defects, accidents or violations.

Requirements and Skills

• Candidates should possess an SSCE qualification with 5 - 10 years relevant work experience.


• Proven work experience as a Truck Driver


• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly


• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations


• No recent moving or driving violations


• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)


• Willing to submit to background / drug checks and provide employment recommendations


• Trucking school diploma


• Valid truck driving licence.