Truck Driver in a Reputable Transportation Company - Excel and Grace Consulting

About this role

A reputable transportation company in Lagos is hiring a full-time Truck Driver with extensive heavy-duty driving experience. The role focuses on safe and timely transport of goods, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with road safety and company policies. The driver will handle loading, securing, and delivery of goods, maintain trip records, and communicate with the logistics team and customers. The employer seeks someone with knowledge of Nigerian roads, GPS familiarity, and a track record of safe driving. Experience required includes 10 to 15 years driving heavy vehicles and holding a valid licence for the truck category. The position is based in Okota, Lagos, and offers a monthly salary.

What you would do

• Identify mechanical faults and report maintenance needs.
• Keep the vehicle clean and in good general condition.
• Secure vehicle, goods and documents for each trip.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Comply with traffic regulations and company driving policies.
• Maintain trip records, delivery notes and fuel usage records.
• Transport goods to designated locations as per schedule and route.
• Report accidents, breakdowns, delays and incidents promptly.
• Monitor fuel consumption and report unusual variations.
• Communicate with the Logistics Manager, dispatch team and customers about trip progress and delivery issues.

What they are asking for

• Familiarity with GPS navigation and vehicle tracking is an advantage.
• 10 to 15 years of proven experience driving heavy-duty trucks or commercial vehicles.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian road networks and interstate routes.
• Valid and appropriate driver’s licence for the truck category.
• Ability to work flexible hours and undertake interstate trips when required.
• Ability to read and maintain trip records and delivery documents.
• Proven safe driving and responsible vehicle handling.
• Good communication, reliability, integrity and time management.
• Understanding of vehicle inspection, basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Key competencies include problem-solving, honesty and accountability, route planning, vehicle care, defensive driving and professional conduct.

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