Truck Driver

Responsibilities:

• Safely operate and drive company trucks to designated locations within and outside Enugu as required.
• Transport construction materials, equipment, tools, documents, and other company-approved items to project sites and other destinations.
• Conduct routine pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck before and after each journey.
• Ensure that the truck is in good operating condition and promptly report mechanical faults, defects, or unusual noises to the appropriate supervisor.
• Ensure that materials and goods are properly loaded, secured, transported, and delivered without damage or loss.
• Assist with the proper loading and offloading of materials where necessary, while observing appropriate safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of trips, fuel usage, mileage, deliveries, and other relevant vehicle information.
• Adhere strictly to all applicable road traffic laws, road safety regulations, company transportation policies, and speed limits.
• Exercise caution when driving in construction sites, residential areas, busy roads, highways, and difficult terrains.
• Maintain proper custody of company goods and materials while in transit.
• Verify delivery quantities and obtain appropriate acknowledgement or delivery documentation where required.
• Keep the assigned truck clean, presentable, and properly maintained.
• Monitor fuel levels and report fuel-related issues or unusual consumption to the supervisor.
• Ensure that all necessary vehicle documents and permits available to the driver are valid and properly kept.
• Report accidents, traffic incidents, vehicle damage, breakdowns, or other emergencies immediately to the appropriate authority.
• Avoid unauthorised use of the company truck or transportation of unauthorised persons or goods.
• Comply with company policies regarding fuel, vehicle usage, maintenance, security, and reporting.
• Maintain professionalism and courteous conduct when dealing with company staff, suppliers, contractors, clients and members of the public.
• Perform other reasonable duties related to transportation and logistics as may be assigned by management.

Requirements: 

• Minimum educational qualification of SSCE/WAEC/NECO or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years’ proven experience in truck/heavy-duty vehicle driving.
• Must possess a valid and appropriate Class G License.
• Demonstrable experience driving trucks in construction, logistics, transportation, manufacturing, real estate, or a related industry will be an advantage.
• Must have good knowledge of road safety rules and defensive driving practices.
• Must be physically and mentally fit for the responsibilities of the position.
• Must demonstrate good judgement, alertness, patience, and responsible driving habits.
• Ability to read and understand basic written instructions and complete simple vehicle/trip records.
• Must have a clean or satisfactory driving record.
• Must be reliable, punctual, disciplined, and safety-conscious.
• Ability to work flexible hours and undertake occasional out-of-town trips when required.