Driver - Heavy Duty
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Location: Sharjah, AE
Company: BEEAH Group
Role Purpose:
The incumbent is responsible to operate heavy or light vehicles used in waste collection and public cleansing operations in a safe and effective manner as per organization standards.
Accountabilities:
- Drive the vehicles according to the standard procedures recommended
- Undertake all the tasks in accordance with the Company’s Quality & Environmental management system and Health & Safety Procedures
- Perform daily equipment inspection and complete Pre-trip & Post-trip Checklist.
- Report maintenance and repair requirement of cleansing vehicles.
- Follow operation route as per instruction provided by supervisors.
- Maintain vehicles general cleanliness and perform proper housekeeping.
- Follow traffic rules and standards in vehicle merging and maneuvering.
- Establish clear communication between labors and other drivers or operators for smooth operation.
- Wear approved company uniform and proper PPE whilst at work.
- Follow supervisor instruction & work only on areas specifically assigned to them.
- Assist in the training of other drivers
Health and Safety
- Adhere to the company’s HSE policy and work collaboratively to achieve the set objectives.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and safeguard their own safety and health, as well as that of anyone who may be affected by their actions or omissions at work.
- Refrain from being under the influence of any intoxicating substances to the point where they pose a risk to themselves or others while on the job.
- Cooperate with their employer concerning safety, health, and welfare in the workplace.
- Refrain from engaging in any improper behaviour that could jeopardize their own or anyone else's safety or health.
- Participate in safety and health training provided by their employer.
- Make appropriate use of all machinery, tools, substances, etc., as well as any Personal Protective Equipment supplied for use at work.
- Report any flaws in the workplace, equipment, etc., that could pose a safety or health risk.
Qualification and Experience
- Secondary education certificate - which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
- Heavy or light duty driving license depending on the category of the vehicle
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
- Knowledge of the local road and traffic laws
- Client service and public interaction skills
- Time management skills
- Be honest and trustworthy
- Be flexible
- Attention to detail
- Basic English reading and writing skills