Experience:
Truck Driver 2014 to date
Logitrans Madokero, Harare, Zimbabwe
• Operated trailer truck across 5 countries (Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe) transporting different goods and commodities
• Checked all load-related documents for completion, accuracy, and customs clearance
• Maintained vehicle log, load/ cargo records and billing statements in accordance with the country laws and regulations
• Presented bills, receipts and collected payments for goods delivered or loaded
• Analysed cargo legislature across countries for specific goods (for example agriculture commodities), and requested custom clearance documents accordingly
• Organized deliveries with supervisors and suppliers, read maps, followed written and verbal geographic directions to ensure cost-effective and efficient deliveries (Ensured 90% on-time deliveries)
• Obeyed and followed company procedures, safety regulations, traffic, and transportation laws
• Completed routine maintenance on vehicle and auxiliary equipment before and after travel avoiding potential safety hazards from improper hook-ups, tyre wear, and malfunctioning light systems.
• Maintained fitness to enable the safe loading and unloading of goods weighing more than 100kgs.
• Developed professional growth through 30 hours of training yearly and subscribed to professional trainings.
• Communicated with supervisors, fleet drivers and customers proactively
• Reported delays, accidents and other traffic or transportation situations using telephone or mobile two-way radios
Education:
O Level 8 subjects including English and Math
Skills:
- Cargo handling
- Defensive driving
- Safety - minded
- Customer- oriented
- heavy hauling
- Map reading expert
