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Job Title:  Truck Drivers (2 Job Positions)

Organization: East African Roofing Systems Ltd

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Fleet Coordinator

About US:

East African Roofing Systems Ltd is the largest expanded metal company in the East Africa and has several years of experience in the expanded metal industry. It primarily deals in steel products.

Job Summary:  The Truck Driver will be responsible for transporting, and handling goods/deliveries to customers in a safe and timely manner.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver goods intact to customers on time.
• Supervise and participate in loading and offloading of materials/goods and follow-up on the relevant paperwork.
• Confirm and record material deliveries to customers.
• Refuel and keep the car clean
• Follow traffic laws, and ensure the company car is parked in valid parking spaces to avoid towing.
• Inspect vehicle and record issues.
• Follow accident procedures and report any road incidents to the fleet coordinator.
• Report mechanical problems and overdue routine service to fleet coordinator.
• Plan routes to avoid traffic congestion.
• Maintain a positive attitude with workmates and
• Report expired driver’s license and vehicle insurance to fleet coordinator.
• Keep an activity log and fuel refuels in the vehicle logbook
• Fulfill administrative needs like office pickups, manager drop-offs etc.
• Collect cheques on behalf of the sales team when requested.
• Obtain customer signatures when needed
• Environment, Health and Safety responsibilities;
• Adhere to safety policies and work instructions.
• Report and participate in the investigation of incidents and accidents that occur at the work place.
• Identify any hazards that are likely to occur in the course of work and report to your supervisor.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Certificate in Motor vehicle mechanics or related field
• At least five years of driving experience as a truck driver from a reputable company. Must have a valid national driving permit with minimum class C
• Knowledge of current traffic rules and regulations, physical ability to drive for long hours and long distances, ability to communicate competently and understand instructions in English and common local language/s
• Flexibility to work outside normal working hours

How to Apply:

All candidates should send their applications, updated CVs and academic documents via Email to: recruitment@earoofing.co.ug

Deadline: 19th March 2024

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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