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VAC-2024-0021: DRIVER II
Grade
: CEC 10 |
Contract Type
: Permanent |
Location
: Kitwe
This role is responsible for driving any assigned Company vehicles in order to transport authorized personnel and freight to and/or from various worksites and locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner.
Key Accountabilities
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Drive assigned Company vehicle to transport authorised personnel and freight to and/or from various locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner.
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Inspect safety devices, controls, oil, water, brake fluid and lubricant levels as well as other essential indicators to ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy before driving it.
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Complete internal transactional documentation including vehicle pre-journey checklist and log books and related forms by inserting the relevant information (quantitative/ qualitative) and/or details of activities.
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Drive a range of vehicles such as managerial vehicles, buses, vans and trucks, which the jobholder is duly licenced for in line with the Company’s multi-skilling approach.
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Strictly follow delivery or pick-up instructions as directed by the supervisor or other relevant official and record details thereof.
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Promptly report to the Supervisor – Transport or any other designated official any delays due to weather or traffic conditions or other emergencies in the event of any irregularities relating to pick-up or delivery.
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Identify and report vehicle defects and accidents to the supervisor, System Control and HSES & Risk, as appropriate, for further action.
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Strictly adhere to all road and road traffic legislation and regulations and applicable Company Transport Policy, procedures and cardinal rules.
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Carry out all work tasks and assignments in strict compliance with applicable HSE policies and standards.
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Participate as an effective team member in working collaboratively with leaders, peers and relevant others to achieve business objectives.
Qualifications and experience
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Grade 12 School Certificate.
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Valid SADC Class CE Driver’s License.
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At least 3 years of professional full-time driving experience.
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An overall accident-free (first-party caused) driving record for 5 years.
Technical Competences
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Thorough knowledge of Zambian road traffic legislation, regulations and cardinal rules and familiarity with driving conditions and restrictions.
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Sound knowledge of road networks in the major cities and towns of Zambia and thoroughly acquainted with the layout of Kitwe and other Copperbelt towns.
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Demonstrable knowledge of basic automotive inspection and maintenance procedures and working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
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Physical stamina to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregate or continuous period of up to eight (8) hours.
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Well-disposed to short notice in the assignment of trips, tight delivery schedules and driving in all kinds of weather.
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Mobile crane 30 to 70-ton operational skills an added advantage.
Applications
If you have the relevant experience and skills as indicated above, please click on this link
https://recruitment.cec.com.zm/
and complete the online job application form. Hard-copy applications will not be accepted at this stage. The closing date for receipt of applications is
Friday, 4th October 2024
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CEC is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in its staff. Suitably qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Applicants are requested to provide daytime
contact numbers and accessible email addresses
. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
