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TRUCK DRIVER
- Post Date:August 2, 2024
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Job Description
The TRUCK DRIVER will be responsible for Transporting Company products in line with the distribution plan in the regional and local areas in a cost-effective manner.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Transport company products in accordance with the distribution schedules provided by the Logistics Officer signed off by the Head Logistics.
- Maintain a drivers movement log and provide guidance to drivers on how to keep accurate records.
- Ensure that vehicle (and drivers) log books are properly maintained for input into vehicle management system and/ or monthly payroll.
- Review and have signed on periodic truck fueling requests, in line with approved provisions.
- Remind the Logistics Officer routine servicing and repair of the truck as required and maintain relevant documentation.
- Document details of accident occurrences and report to Logistics Officer.
- Develop and maintain a log for monitoring and tracking the itinerary of trucks to ensure optimal use.
- Check that vehicle licensing, renewals and other statutory registrations (e.g. Hackney permits) are in order before using the vehicle.
- Maintain fuel records of vehicles in the plant to check and prevent fraud and ensure optimal usage.
- Maintain and track records of fuel usage costs for all movements.
- Communicate and forward information regarding vehicle requirements to the Logistics Officer and Head of Logistics
- Perform periodic vehicle inspection, report incidences and provide recommendations to Logistics Officer and Head of Logistics.
- Prepare and submit monthly report of fleet activities to the Head, Plant Admin.
- Education & Experience
Education & Experience
- Grade Twelve (12) Certificate.
- An experience of at least one (1) year driving with knowledge of auto mechanics.
- A good geographical knowledge of Zambia.
- A valid document for driving in the sub-region, a PSV-CE driver’s license, a recent certificate of fitness proving that you are fit to drive.
- A training certificate on first aid would be an asset.
- An experience working in cement plant would be an advantage.
- Have good interpersonal and communication skills
- Have a valid drivers license
- Must have a clean driving record