Development Africa is a humanitarian international non-governmental organization working across Nigeria to foster sustainable development in various sectors, with a primary focus on healthcare and education.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Professional Truck Driver
Location: Nigeria
Key Responsibilites
Transportation and Delivery:
- Safely operate assigned trucks for the transportation of programme materials, medical supplies, equipment, furniture, relief items, and other organizational goods.
- Transport staff where authorized and approved by Management.
- Ensure deliveries are completed accurately, safely, and within scheduled timelines.
- Load and unload goods safely, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
- Verify delivery items against waybills, delivery notes, and other transport documentation.
- Obtain signatures and proof of delivery from receiving personnel where required.
- Plan travel routes to ensure efficiency and minimize delays.
Vehicle Maintenance:
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections before and after each trip.
- Check engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, tyres, lights, battery, fuel level, and general vehicle condition.
- Maintain cleanliness of both the interior and exterior of the assigned truck.
- Promptly report mechanical faults, accidents, or defects.
- Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed.
- Monitor service due dates and notify the Logistics team accordingly.
Safety and Compliance:
- Drive in accordance with Nigerian traffic laws and organizational road safety policies.
- Ensure seat belt compliance for all occupants.
- Observe speed limits and defensive driving practices.
- Never operate the vehicle under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication that impairs driving.
- Ensure the truck carries all required safety equipment, including:
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Reflective triangles
- Spare tyre
- Wheel spanner
- Jack
- Report all accidents or incidents immediately in line with organizational procedures.
Documentation:
- Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks.
- Record daily mileage, fuel purchases, maintenance activities, and trip details.
- Submit completed logbooks and fuel records as required.
- Keep vehicle documents valid and available, including:
- Driver's Licence
- Vehicle Licence
- Insurance
- Road Worthiness Certificate
- Vehicle Inspection Certificate
Travel Responsibilities:
- Undertake regular travel within Lagos State and to other states across Nigeria.
- Be available for extended trips requiring overnight stays when necessary.
- Ensure proper planning before long-distance journeys.
- Coordinate with Logistics regarding travel schedules and delivery plans.
- Observe all security guidance provided by the organization before and during travel.
Asset Protection:
- Ensure goods are secured properly before departure.
- Prevent theft, loss, or damage to organizational property during transportation.
- Never leave loaded vehicles unattended unless authorized or properly secured.
Communication:
- Maintain regular communication with the Logistics team throughout assigned trips.
- Provide updates on travel progress, delays, breakdowns, or emergencies.
- Escalate operational challenges promptly.
Other Duties:
- Support warehouse loading and unloading activities when required.
- Assist with office logistics during periods of low transport activity.
- Carry out any other duties assigned by the Logistics Manager consistent with the role.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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