Warehouse Driver at HRM Connection Ltd

Main Job Purpose

To provide support to the warehousing operations with specific responsibilities of transporting orders over designated routes; ensuring safe operation of vehicles; loading and unloading orders.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Delivery Management

• Deliver orders to assigned clients on a scheduled regular route, on time and as per schedule.
• Load and unload delivery trucks for the purpose of receiving client goods and/or filling orders for transport.
• Gather feedback on provided services and resolve clients’ complaints.
• Interact with clients in a manner that encourages repeat business.

Driving

• Drive vehicles (e.g. truck, pick up, forklift) for the purpose of transporting orders and materials to designated sites.
• Drive safely and courteously.
• Perform daily delivery vehicle inspection.
•  Operate material handling equipment with proper training.
• Accurately pick client orders and ensure it’s packed in a manner that avoids damage.
•  Operate powered vehicle (forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers etc.) in a safe manner.
•  Staff transport in the morning and evening.

Vehicle Maintenance

• Ensure the company trucks and pick up are well maintained (e.g. checking fluid levels, fueling, cleaning etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safe operation of vehicle.
•  Ensure minor repairs are done and ensure cleanliness of the vehicle is maintained.
• Ensure appropriate steps are taken in case of involvement in an accident or any other traffic related offences/incidents.
•  Performs minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required.
• Ensure the vehicles are well serviced and in good condition to perform duties satisfactorily.
•  Maintain regular checks on the vehicles and report malfunctions as soon as possible to the Senior Logistics and Warehouse Manager.

Warehouse Department Support

• Assist in general housekeeping of warehouse and display area.
• Support in all functions within the scope of the warehouse for the purpose of providing warehousing operations.
• Follow warehouse regulations and safety standard.

Recording Keeping

•  Maintain records by logging all trips, daily mileage, oil changes, greasing for the purpose of documenting activities and providing reliable information.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested.

 Skills and Knowledge Job Demands

Minimum Academic Requirement

• Diploma /Secondary School Education Certificate.

Specialist Driving

•  Forklift Truck Certification and License.
• BCE Driving License.
• PSV license a must.

Minimum Years of Relevant Experience

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience.

Competencies

•  Excellent in both written and oral communication
• Excellent Organizational Skills.
•  Attention/Keen to detail.
•  Excellent knowledge Nairobi and It’s environ roads as well as Knowledge of the Highway Code.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.