Central Truck Driver

Background

Position: Central Truck Driver
Reports To: Fleet Management Officer (Pool)
Supervisees: None
Department: Logistics and Production
Duty Station:

Job Purpose

To provide efficient and reliable transportation of UEDCL materials, equipment, and supplies, ensuring safe delivery to designated locations while adhering to company policies and traffic regulations.
Impact: The Central Truck Driver plays a crucial role in supporting UEDCL’s operational efficiency by ensuring the timely and secure transport of essential items, contributing to uninterrupted service delivery.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

• Provide timely transportation of materials, equipment, and supplies to designated destinations.
• Ensure adherence to delivery schedules and proper loading/unloading procedures.
• Conduct daily checks on the truck to ensure it is in excellent working condition before operation.
• Report mechanical faults or damages promptly to the Fleet Management Officer.
• Always ensure cleanliness and readiness of the truck.
• Follow UEDCL policies, road safety regulations, and traffic laws.
• Secure cargo properly to prevent damage or accidents during transit.
• Maintain a high standard of safety awareness while driving and operating the truck.
• Accurately maintain trip logs, mileage, and fuel usage records.
• Ensure proper documentation of cargo, including delivery notes and receipts.
• Assist with loading, securing, and unloading cargo when required.
• Respond to emergencies and support urgent transport requests.
• Be available for transportation services during emergencies, ensuring prompt delivery of critical items.

Expected Outputs

• Safe and timely delivery of materials and equipment to UEDCL operational sites.
• Well-maintained truck with minimal mechanical issues or downtime.
• Accurate and up-to-date trip and fuel usage records.
• High adherence to traffic laws, safety standards, and company policies.

Person Specifications

Academic Qualifications

• UCE Certificate

Licenses

• Valid permit with classes A, B, D1 C1

Experience

A minimum of 1 years of professional truck driving experience, preferably in a logistics or corporate setting.

Competencies

• Driving Expertise: Skilled in operating heavy-duty trucks under various conditions.
• Safety Awareness: Strong knowledge of road safety regulations and defensive driving techniques.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Ability to conduct basic truck inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Communication Skills: Effective in interacting with supervisors and providing accurate reports.
• Reliability: Dependable and punctual in meeting transportation schedules.
• Problem-Solving: Quick to address minor mechanical issues or route challenges.
• Professionalism: Maintains high ethical standards and a positive attitude during assignments.

Working Environment

• Primarily based at UEDCL central locations with frequent travel to various operational sites.
• Requires flexibility to work extended hours or respond to emergencies.
• Operates in diverse environments, including rural and urban areas, under varying weather conditions