Heavy Goods Trucks Driver

Job Purpose & Main

Mission

• The primary purpose of the Heavy Goods Trucks Driver is to transport
• containerized cargo safely and efficiently between designated locations. • This role is crucial in ensuring the timely and secure delivery of goods, maintaining
• the integrity of the cargo, and adhering to all relevant traffic laws and safety

regulations. • The driver is also responsible for the proper handling, Daily inspections required to maintaining vehicle and equipment functionality. The driver is also responsible for reporting fault back to workshop for corrective action.

• Additionally, the driver is responsible for providing professional and courteous

service to clients and colleagues. Responsibilities

• Transport containerized cargo to and from designated locations. • Load and unload cargo safely and efficiently. • Ensure all cargo is properly secured and protected during transport
• Handle and stack containerized cargo properly. • Maintain accessibility within container stacks. • Adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations. • Maintain accurate records of cargo and delivery details. • Inspect and maintain vehicle and equipment to ensure proper functioning and

safety. • Follow designated routes and schedules provided by management.

• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor with other drivers and clients. • Immediately alert relevant personnel of any detected anomalies or malfunctions

in allocated equipment. • Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Person Specification

Education, Training,

Education

• Ordinary Certificate of Educations (s4). • Valid commercial driver’s license (CE)

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience driving a heavy truck equipment transporting

containerized cargo

• Knowledgeable in operating heavy trucks equipment such as containerized cargo

trucks (45 ft.

and 50 ft.), flatbed trucks, reefers and chassis

• Knowledgeable in weight distribution, vehicle maintenance, and road safety

regulations

• Knowledge of DOT regulations and requirements
• Ability to navigate GPS, maps, and other required devices

• Ability to work independently, show initiative and adaptability
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills ,Reliable,

dependable and punctual

• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Formal knowledge of repairing, maintaining lifting equipment and heavy machines

is an added advantage.

Physical

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (50-100lbs)
• Must be able to spend extended periods of time sitting, driving and operating

equipment

• Ability to work in different weather conditions
• Great vision, hearing, and a high level of alertness

Physical Demands

• The job demands the ability to sit for prolonged periods while driving. The driver

must be able to lift and carry heavy materials when loading and unloading the truck.

• The driver must be able to climb in and out of the truck repeatedly and must have

the ability to bend, stoop, and twist as necessary to load and unload cargo. The job requires good vision, hearing, and a high level of alertness to ensure safe operations

Work Environment

• The heavy truck driver works long hours and may be required to work overnight,
• weekends, and holidays. The driver is exposed to various environmental
• conditions, including extreme weather conditions, fumes, and vibrations caused
• by the truck on the road. The driver must be able to work in a noisy environment
• and must follow safety regulations to avoid accidents. Proper personal
• protective equipment (PPE) must be always worn

• You can apply by submitting your cover letter and CV to

the employer’s official contact with subject line Heavy Goods Trucks Driver By 6th November 2026

• All application documents Must be in either PDF or MS. Word