Truck Driver

CareerLink Africa is partnering with Karmec Company Ltd to find a skilled Truck Driver to join their team in Mombasa. As a leading job platform in Africa, we connect professionals with opportunities across various industries, including logistics. If you're a reliable and safety-conscious driver with experience in transporting goods, this role could be for you.

Why Join CareerLink Africa

CareerLink Africa is dedicated to bridging the gap between African professionals and the opportunities they deserve. By joining our platform, you'll have access to thousands of job listings from top employers across the continent. Our platform allows you to set up smart job alerts, apply directly to roles that match your skills, and track your applications all in one place. With CareerLink Africa, you can take your career to the next level and grow professionally in a dynamic and supportive environment.

What You'll Do

• Operating trucks safely and efficiently to transport goods to various destinations, ensuring compliance with traffic laws, company policies, and transport regulations.
• Conducting daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and reporting any mechanical faults or safety concerns to maintain the vehicle's condition and safety.
• Ensuring cargo is loaded, secured, and transported safely to prevent damage or loss, and planning the most efficient delivery routes to meet scheduled delivery timelines.
• Completing delivery documentation accurately, including delivery notes and fuel records, and maintaining regular communication with dispatch and transport managers regarding delivery progress and any delays.
• Adhering to all traffic laws, transport regulations, and company safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Keeping the vehicle clean and ensuring routine maintenance schedules are followed to prolong the vehicle's lifespan.
• Reporting accidents, incidents, traffic violations, or vehicle breakdowns immediately to the relevant authorities and management.
• Assisting with loading and unloading cargo when required, and ensuring customer deliveries are completed professionally and obtaining proof of delivery.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will need to meet the following requirements:

• A valid driver's licence with the appropriate class for operating heavy commercial trailer trucks.
• A valid Certificate of Professional Competence or any other mandatory transport certification as required by local regulations.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience driving trailer trucks, with a clean driving record and no serious traffic violations.
• Good knowledge of road safety regulations and defensive driving practices, as well as the ability to conduct basic vehicle inspections and identify mechanical issues.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills, with the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and long-distance trips when required.
• Physical fitness and capability to handle loading and unloading duties.

Perks & Benefits

As a remote-friendly company, Karmec Company Ltd offers flexible working arrangements, allowing you to work from anywhere and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

If you're a motivated and experienced Truck Driver looking for a new challenge, apply now through CareerLink Africa to take your career to the next level.