General informations

Zalawi Haulage Limited (Zalawi / Whitehorse) is a Zambian based company of Africa Global Logistics, a division of the MSC Group. Zalawi was established in 1974 and is located on the Copperbelt region of Chingola district. It has developed its expertise over 50 years in road haulage and currently runs over 500 trucks on the corridor from Durban / Walvis Bay to the Copperbelt and Katanga region with a local work force of 600 astute professionals. It is one of the largest cross-border transportation companies operating in the southern region of Africa.

With over 50 years of experience and a fleet of more than 520 vehicles, we are committed to providing reliable and efficient transport services across borders. Join our team and be a part of a leading logistics company dedicated to excellence and innovation in the transportation industry.

Contract Type

FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Job Location

Africa, Zambia, CHINGOLA

Working Hours

Full time

Mission Description

We are seeking experienced and reliable International Truck Drivers to join our growing transport operations. The successful candidates will be responsible for transporting goods safely and efficiently across international routes while complying with company procedures and road regulations

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy-duty trucks on long-haul international routes.
• Ensure you have all personal/truck/trailer documents and that they are valid.
• Ensure timely delivery of cargo in accordance with company schedules.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any defects.
• Maintain accurate trip documentation, Checklists, and border documentation.
• Comply with road safety regulations, transport laws, and company policies.
• Ensure proper cargo securing and handling procedures are followed.
• Coordinate with dispatch, border agents, and logistics teams during transit.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate
• Valid Dangerous Goods Vehicle (DG) Driver’s Licence.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in long-haul or international trucking.
• Proven experience driving articulated trucks or super link trucks.
• Proven experience in driving Mercedes, Scania, Man, Shacman trucks
• Valid Passport with ability to travel across borders.
• Good knowledge of regional transport routes and border procedures.
• Clean driving record with strong safety awareness.
• Ability to work independently and manage long-distance travel schedules.

Key Competencies

• High level of discipline and responsibility.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Strong time management and route planning skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet delivery timelines.

• Safely operate heavy-duty trucks on long-haul international routes.
• Ensure you have all personal/truck/trailer documents and that they are valid.
• Ensure timely delivery of cargo in accordance with company schedules.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any defects.
• Maintain accurate trip documentation, Checklists, and border documentation.
• Comply with road safety regulations, transport laws, and company policies.
• Ensure proper cargo securing and handling procedures are followed.
• Coordinate with dispatch, border agents, and logistics teams during transit.

• Good knowledge of regional transport routes and border procedures.
• Strong safety awareness and a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently and manage long-distance travel schedules.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Strong time management and route planning skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet delivery timelines.
• High level of discipline and responsibility.

• Valid Dangerous Goods Vehicle (DG) Driver’s Licence.
• Proven experience driving articulated trucks or super link trucks.
• Proven experience in driving Mercedes, Scania, Man, Shacman trucks
• Valid Passport with ability to travel across borders.