Heavy Duty Truck Driver

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Role: Heavy Duty Truck Driver
Organisation: AH&M Ltd Sierra Leone
Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone, with regular upcountry trips
Role type: Full-time
Reports to: Logistics / Transport Supervisor

Application Instructions: Submit your CV or a summary of your driving work history to info@afriqia-solutions.com with “Heavy Duty Truck Driver” in Subject Line. 

Note: State vehicle types, relevant experience and licence category. Shortlisted candidates must present their original licence and two work-related referees.

 

Company Overview

AH&M Limited is a Sierra Leonean manufacturer that has been producing quality plastic products since 2004. From water tanks and pipes to packaging materials, our products serve practical needs across the country. We are looking for an experienced HR Officer to support the people behind our factory and warehouse operations and help us maintain a well-organised, respectful workplace.

 

Role purpose

Heavy Duty Truck driver will operate company heavy-duty, 20-40 ft flatbed trucks, to transport raw materials and finished plastic products within Freetown and upcountry. He will be responsible for maintaining vehicle and cargo safety, accurate delivery records and communication with the transport team. 

 

Key responsibilities

Safe driving and journey coordination

  • Drive defensively, follow approved routes, speed limits, traffic rules and company safety procedures, and deliver goods safely and on time.
  • Reverse, park and manoeuvre safely in yards, depots and narrow roads.
  • Follow approved driving and rest arrangements; report fatigue and stop safely when vehicle, road or weather conditions make continued driving unsafe.
  • Keep the supervisor informed of progress, delays, route hazards, breakdowns and failed deliveries and obtain approval for route changes where practicable.

 

Cargo handling and delivery accountability

  • Check cargo quantities and visible condition against waybills at collection and delivery and record and report shortages, damage or discrepancies.
  • Coordinate with loading teams and assist safely when needed, using appropriate handling equipment and PPE. Check load distribution, securing straps, locks and connections before departure and during journeys as needed.
  • Keep loads within authorised weight, axle-load and dimensional limits and raise concerns before moving an unsafe load.
  • Obtain customer acknowledgement and return completed waybills and delivery notes.

 

Vehicle inspections and basic maintenance

  • Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, covering fluids, tyres, brakes, steering, lights, mirrors, couplings and air lines as applicable. Check required emergency equipment and vehicle documents, and report missing or expired items.
  • Keep the truck clean, report defects promptly and make the vehicle available for scheduled maintenance. 
  • Carry out only authorised minor repairs within competence, using suitable tools and safe conditions and refer major faults and safety-critical repairs to appropriate maintenance team.

 

Incident reporting and records

  • Report accidents, near misses, theft, cargo loss, damage and serious traffic incidents immediately. Follow emergency procedures and secure the vehicle, cargo and scene where safe.
  • Maintain accurate trip, mileage, fuel and delivery records; report unusual fuel consumption and account for authorised trip expenses.
  • Protect company property and cargo and ensure no unauthorised passengers or goods are in the vehicle.

 

Required Qualifications and Experience

  • A valid Sierra Leone driving licence authorising operation of the assigned heavy-duty and articulated/trailer vehicles, subject to verification.
  • At least five years of verifiable heavy-duty truck-driving experience, including at least three years of recent articulated or trailer-driving experience. Experience operating Mercedes heavy trucks and transporting bulky plastic products or building materials is preferred. 
  • Proven ability to reverse, park, turn and couple or uncouple the relevant vehicles safely, with practical knowledge of air brakes and the transmission systems used.
  • Good knowledge of Freetown and upcountry routes, including safe driving on hills, bends, bridges and poor road surfaces.
  • Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills and judgement about when to stop and seek assistance.
  • Ability to read and complete waybills, trip logs and basic fuel and mileage records, and communicate clearly with supervisors, loaders and customers.
  • A verifiable safe driving history without serious or repeated unsafe-driving violations. 
  • Reliable, punctual and responsible; able to perform essential driving and handling duties safely, with suitable equipment and assistance.

 

Desirable Experience

  • Previous work in a company fleet or another structured transport operation with dispatch, maintenance and delivery-record procedures.
  • Defensive-driving, first-aid or relevant vehicle-maintenance training.