Job Details

Job Description

LOCATION: Mwinilunga

REPORTS TO: Administrative Officer

JOB PURPOSE

The Driver is responsible for providing safe, efficient, and professional transportation services for employees, visitors, and company materials at Zambia Gold Company Ltd. This role involves driving company vehicles, ensuring vehicle maintenance, and adhering to all relevant transport policies and safety regulations. The Driver plays a key role in supporting day-to-day operations by facilitating transportation needs across the company’s sites.

Key Responsibilities:

Driving & Transportation:

• Safely transport employees, visitors, and company materials to and from various destinations, including mining sites, offices, and external appointments.
• Ensure timely pickup and drop-off schedules, maintaining punctuality for all transport duties.
• Assist in transporting supplies, equipment, and documents between the company’s locations and external vendors.
• Provide transportation services for company events, meetings, or emergency situations as required.

Vehicle Maintenance & Cleanliness:

• Conduct daily vehicle inspections to ensure that all company vehicles are roadworthy, clean, and in good operational condition.
• Report any mechanical issues, necessary repairs, or maintenance needs to the Transport and Logistics Officer.
• Ensure regular maintenance of vehicles, including oil changes, tire checks, and servicing, as per the company’s vehicle maintenance schedule.
• Keep the interior and exterior of vehicles clean and organized at all times.

Compliance & Safety:

• Adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations while operating company vehicles.
• Ensure the safety of passengers by enforcing the use of seat belts and following safe driving practices at all times.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and follow Zambia’s road safety standards.
• Complete and submit vehicle logbooks, including details of trips, fuel usage, and maintenance.

Documentation & Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vehicle logs and transportation records for all trips, including mileage, fuel consumption, and destinations.
• Ensure that all vehicles carry the required documentation, such as insurance, road tax, and licenses, and that these are valid at all times.
• Submit daily reports on vehicle usage and any incidents or issues encountered during trips.

Customer Service:

• Provide courteous and professional service to all passengers, ensuring comfort and safety during transport.
• Assist passengers with loading and unloading luggage, materials, or equipment as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion, particularly when transporting company officials or sensitive documents.

Support to Logistics & Operations:

• Assist with logistical duties such as the collection and delivery of packages, procurement of supplies, or handling dispatches for company offices and mining sites.
• Support other departments in transportation-related tasks, including ad hoc requests for vehicle usage and emergency trips.
• Coordinate with the Administrative Officer to ensure efficient use of pool vehicles across the company.

Qualifications and experience

• Grade 12 school certificate
• Valid driver’s license Class C with a clean driving record.
• At least 5 years of professional driving experience, preferably in a corporate or mining environment.
• Familiarity with Zambian road laws, driving regulations, and vehicle safety standards.
• Qualification in vehicle maintenance and basic mechanics a must.

Skill Specifications:

• Excellent driving skills with a strong focus on safety and punctuality.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with company personnel and visitors.
• Ability to read maps, GPS systems, and follow directions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail, especially in maintaining vehicle logs and transport records.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting common issues.

Other Attributes (Personality Traits)

• High level of integrity and honesty in handling company property and vehicles.
• Polite, professional demeanor with a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize trips and meet deadlines.
• Ability to remain calm and focused, even in stressful or emergency situations.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, when necessary.

Application Process

Applications clearly marked ‘Pool Driver’ together with copies of certificates and a detailed curriculum vitae should reach the undersigned not later than Friday, 11 ^th October 2024.

Physical

Head Human Resources and Administration

Zambia Gold Company Limited

Subdivision F/377a/30/B

Kudu Road, Kabulonga

LUSAKA

Electronic

Email: [email protected]