Vacancy: Trailer Driver

Job Description

• Department: Operations


• Reports To: Transport Supervisor


• Location: Onsite at HPW Fresh and Dry Ltd, Adeiso, E/R.

• You shall operate trucks with load capacity ranging from 1t to 38t gross weight per vehicle.


• While performing an assigned task, you shall assume ownership of the company asset at your disposal and take necessary precaution to keep the asset and yourself safe.


• Inspect truck and trailer before and after use and report any defects found.


• Deliver goods the airport, seaport etc. with heavy trucks


• Keep records of deliveries and pickups made by the company vehicles you are charged with.


• Drive long distances on company errands.


• Check fuel, oil, Ad-blue, hydraulic oil levels, air pressure etc.


• Keep regulatory truck and driver documentation (Road Worthy, insurance and driving license) valid.


• Follow all traffic laws and road safety regulations.


• Plan routes with the interest of the truck and cargo being hauled paramount at the time of decision making.


• Take appropriate rest when tired


• Report to despatcher any incidents encountered on the road


• Report immediately any serious mechanical faults to your supervisor. 

Required Skills or Experience

• Minimum of JHS (BECE Certificate) and must possess Republic of Ghana Driver Licence Class ‘EF’ or ‘F’


• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in a similar role.

​Competencies

• Integrity, Accountability, 


• Ability to drive carefully and consciously


• Ability to detect faults 


• Ability fixes minor faults.


• Ability to work independently and with less supervision


• Effective time-management skills.


• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully.