Position: Extra-Heavy Duty Driver
Company: Golden North Proprietary Limited
Location: Gaborone, South-East District, Botswana
Closing Date: 10 January 2025
Golden North Proprietary Limited invites applications from qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Extra-Heavy Duty Driver. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating heavy-duty vehicles, including crane trucks, in compliance with safety standards and statutory requirements.
Job Purpose
To drive and operate heavy-duty vehicles and crane trucks while ensuring adherence to safety protocols, operational standards, and statutory guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
-Transport materials, equipment, and machinery both cross-border and locally using various vehicles, including super links, triaxles, and lowbeds.
-Conduct routine inspections on trucks, trailers, and crane equipment, ensuring they are serviced according to the maintenance schedule.
-Strictly follow operational procedures, equipment standards, and specifications.
-Complete and update all necessary documentation, such as vehicle inspection checklists and load sheets.
-Monitor vehicle mileage and ensure timely servicing.
-Comply with statutory requirements, including obtaining and maintaining permits and adhering to speed limits.
-Maintain the cleanliness of vehicles and crane trucks, aligning with company standards.
-Participate actively in company-driven safety and environmental training programs.
-Conduct bush trips using 4×4 or 6×6 trucks into the Delta region.
Requirements
- EC Extra Heavy-Duty Driver’s License.
- PrDP Goods certification.
- Certification in Crane Truck Operation.
- 5–8 years’ work experience in a similar role.