Kenblest Group in Thika is looking to hire Truck Drivers (Medium-Duty Vehicles and Heavy-Duty Vehicles) to join their distribution department.
Reporting to the Operations Coordinator, the driver will be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of products to the customers.
Key Responsibilities:
Adhere to company systems, policies and procedures.
Inspecting a truck before the start of a trip – brakes, lights, oil, insurance etc.
Transporting and delivering items to customers in a safe and timely manner.
Adhering to assigned routes and following time schedules.
Abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record.
Operating trucks in an efficient and effective manner while reporting any issues as soon as possible.
Ensuring that the truck is washed – ensuring both the interior and exterior cleanliness of the vehicle (cabin included) is maintained.
Assisting with offloading customer items from the vehicles where possible.
Ensuring no unauthorized goods/persons are transported in company vehicles.
Engaging customers in a polite manner.
Any other duties deemed relevant by the management.
Required Skills
Exemplary driving skills
Ability to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures and transportation laws
Strong time management and customer service skills
Ability to drive, lift and carry heavy items for extended periods
Attention to detail
A polite and professional disposition
Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations (e.g. at rush hour)
Minimum Requirements / Qualifications
High School Certificate
A valid class BCE driving license with over 5 years’ experience
Age – 35 years and above
Clean driving record
Working knowledge of safety or security vehicle driving and management rules
At least 3-years’ experience in sales & distribution – FMCG preferable
Experience distributing baked products will be an added advantage
Key deliverables of the job
Timely delivery of product to customers using authorized routes
Efficient use of fuel (km/l usage)
Monitoring truck behavior and timely reporting of anomalies
Management of external customers – government authority – police, city council askaris etc
Safe driving (speed, brakes, clutch etc.) including inspection of the truck at start of the day and after every delivery
If you qualify for this position, please send us your application with the subject line “Truck Driver” to jobs@kenblestgroup.com by 28th January 2022 C.O.B.Interviews will be conducted on a roll over basis and successful candidates will start immediately.
Apply via :
jobs@kenblestgroup.com
