Truck Driver

Excel and Grace Consulting - Our client, a reputable transportation company, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Truck Driver

Location: Okota, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced, safety-conscious, and reliable Truck Driver to handle the safe and timely transportation of goods to designated destinations.
• The ideal candidate must have extensive truck-driving experience, excellent knowledge of Nigerian roads, and a strong commitment to vehicle maintenance, road safety, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport goods and materials to designated locations according to assigned schedules and routes.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the truck is in good working condition.
• Ensure proper loading, securing, transportation, and delivery of goods.
• Maintain accurate trip records, delivery notes, fuel usage records, and other required documentation.
• Comply with traffic regulations, road safety standards, and company driving policies.
• Monitor fuel consumption and report unusual variations or suspected misuse.
• Identify mechanical faults and promptly report maintenance needs.
• Ensure the security of the vehicle, goods, and accompanying documents throughout each trip.
• Communicate effectively with the Logistics Manager, dispatch team, and customers regarding trip progress and delivery issues.
• Report accidents, breakdowns, delays, and other incidents promptly.
• Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of the assigned vehicle.

Requirements and Qualifications

• 10 - 15 years of proven experience driving heavy-duty trucks or commercial vehicles.
• Valid and appropriate driver's licence for the assigned truck category.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian road networks and interstate transportation routes.
• Good understanding of vehicle inspection, basic troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Proven record of safe driving and responsible vehicle handling.
• Ability to read and maintain trip records, delivery documents, and basic operational reports.
• Good communication skills, reliability, integrity, and time management.
• Ability to work flexible hours and undertake interstate trips when required.
• Familiarity with GPS navigation and vehicle tracking systems is an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Defensive driving and road safety awareness.
• Route planning and time management.
• Vehicle care and basic mechanical knowledge.
• Honesty, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving and incident reporting.
• Professional conduct and effective communication.

Salary
N600,000 Monthly.