Transport & Logistics Department
LOCATION
Kenya (Internal & Regional Routes)
SALARY & MILEAGE
Approx. KES 60,000 – 100,000 / month
JOB SUMMARY
Our client is seeking a qualified, experienced, and safety-conscious Semi-Trailer Driver to join their transport and logistics team in Kenya. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating semi-trailer trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently to designated destinations, ensuring timely deliveries, proper cargo handling, and full compliance with Kenyan traffic laws and applicable NTSA requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate semi-trailer trucks and articulated vehicles to transport goods within Kenya and, where required, across East African borders.
Ensure timely and safe delivery of cargo to designated destinations.
Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness.
Ensure goods are properly loaded, secured, and protected throughout transportation.
Maintain accurate records of deliveries, fuel consumption, mileage, and vehicle inspections.
Strictly comply with traffic laws, speed limits, road safety requirements, and company policies.
Report accidents, breakdowns, mechanical faults, and other incidents promptly.
Maintain overall vehicle cleanliness and report maintenance requirements proactively.
Coordinate effectively with dispatchers, transport supervisors, and customers regarding delivery schedules and routes.
Maintain professionalism and high standards of customer service when interacting with clients.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Licence: Valid Kenyan driving licence, Category CE, authorizing the operation of heavy trucks with trailers or semitrailers.
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of proven experience driving semi-trailer or articulated heavy commercial vehicles.
Documentation: Valid identification and all relevant driving/transport documentation.
Route Knowledge: Solid knowledge of Kenyan roads, major transport routes, and road safety regulations.
Technical Skills: Practical knowledge of vehicle inspection, cargo securing, and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
Record Keeping: Proven ability to maintain accurate delivery logs and vehicle records.