DRIVERS – ZAMHATCH IN MPONGWE DISTRICT OF COPPERBELT (4)

The Required Skills for this Role Include:

• Making sure that you check the vehicle in person by filling in the check list before starting off and report any defects.
• Making sure that you have enough rest before you start your journey to avoid fatigue and other dangers along the way.
• Knowing your route very well and plan for your journey before starting off to avoid inconveniences.
• Making sure the vehicle is road worthy as regards to Road Tax, Insurance and Certificate of fitness.
• Ensuring that you check and verify the items/products you are carrying and make sure you have right documentations, as any shortage will be at your own cost.
• Ensuring that your truck/cargo is properly secured and in working condition before departure, container door locks,  tents, straps and ratchets, fridges and ventilation fans.
• Adherence to the Zambian traffic rules and regulations under Road Traffic Act and company rules and refer to driver’s instruction manual and drivers hand book and safety programme.
• Communicating back to the office for updates and make sure the vehicle and cargo are safe.
• Reporting any unplanned stops or circumstances that puts any risk to the driver himself, the truck or the cargo carried.

The Required Qualifications are:

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent with at least five ‘O’ Levels.
• Valid driving licence class C PSV and CE PSV
• A minimum of 2 years driving experience.
• Mechanical knowledge/Auto electrical will be an added advantage.

The Required Attributes Include:

• Human relations and communication ability.
• Ability to interpret and act on a situation.
• The driver should be able to write and interpret figures.