Tipper Truck Driver

Job description

TIPPER  TRUCK DRIVER – 3MONTHS TEMP CONTRACT (RUFUNSA MINING PROJECT)

Job Reference Number: ZCCM-86
Department: Technical
Business Unit:
Industry: Logistics
Job Type: Temp
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

ZCCM Investments Holdings PLC is an investments holdings company with diversified interests in mining and energy sectors of the Zambian economy. The Company’s majority shareholder is the Industrial Development Corporation Ltd (IDC).Zambia job listings
Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

To assist the project Manager, carry out efficient continuous material haulage and management incident free throughout the project duration.

Operate a Tipper  truck and haul tonnes of materials to the destination site.
Conduct daily pre-start checks, basic maintenance and report any mechanical issues on the equipment.
Inspect equipment and supplies such as tyres, lights, brakes, gas, oil, water and all fluids. Perform pre and post trip inspections and ensure any defects are reported and repaired before use.
Adhere to workplace health, safety, and environment (HSE) standards and report hazards or incidents immediately.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and operational procedures.
Ensure that speed limits and road signs in place are observed to reduce the risk and all reasonable measures are implemented to avoid accidents.
Accurately record hours worked and other information into the daily work sheet.
Keeping the truck clean and in good working order.
Ensuring that the machinery is not overloaded and comply with the load restrictions.
Maintain high standards of conduct and comply with all relevant rules and requirements.
Participate in workplace skills assessment and training required.
Give feedback on constraints to supervisor/subordinates as and when necessary.
Carry out any other activities as assigned by the Supervisor.
Must be willing to work in shifts, including weekends if necessary.
Job Requirements

Grade 12 Certificate

 Machine specific training Certificate/Licence C Class

 Valid Operating Permit

Familiarity with mining workplace safety protocols and procedures.

Must possess knowledge on how to do the pre- start check on the machine and able to identify defects.

 Must be conversant with controls/parts and their functions on a machine.

      Must possess knowledge about machine shut down and emergency procedures

Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in a mining environment, open pit will be an added advantage.

Skills and competencies 

Strong attention to detail and safety-conscious mindset.
Good communication skills.
Physically fit to handle the demands of the job.
Problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions.
Good team player and able to coordinate work with minimum supervision.

Working Environment

Job holder is exposed to project site working environment in remote locations. Job Holder will be stationed at the Rufunsa mining project site or any assigned siteZambia job listings