THE ORGANIZATION

The Lusaka Integrated Solid Waste Management Company (LISWMC) was established following the enactment of the Solid Waste Regulation and Management Act No. 20 of 2018 as an autonomous Solid Waste Management Utility in order to provide effective solid waste management services in the city of Lusaka.

In its quest to provide solid waste management services to Lusaka City. LISWMC is looking for suitably qualified, creative and self-driven individuals to join the Company on the under listed positions to be based in Lusaka on contract basis.Employer branding service

JOB TITLE: TRACTOR DRIVER (9 Positions)

JOB PURPOSE: To safely and efficiently undertake the transportation of solid waste to designated places.

Main Duties and Accountabilities (Without Limitation)

• Undertakes regularly and effectively the transportation of solid waste using company tractors to the final waste disposal site (Chunga Landfill).
• Adhere strictly to all traffic laws, safety regulations and company policies.
• Perform mandatory pre-trip and post-trip inspections (checking brakes, fluid levels, lights, etc.) and complete daily inspection reports.
• Keep the assigned vehicle clean and immediately report any mechanical issues or repair needs.
• Follow a specific, pre-determined route and ensure all designated bins and containers are completely emptied.
• Communicate with dispatchers regarding route changes, delays, or service problems.
• Prepares timely, accident reports in order to facilitate decision making and reports in good time to the Foreman.
• Completes timely, log books in order to enhance accountability of journeys.
• Undertakes regularly, basic vehicle inspection in order to ascertain its road worthiness and request the Foreman to book for servicing.
• Undertakes the regular cleaning of the motor vehicle to portray the good image of the Company.

REQUIREMENTS

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent
• Valid Class C Driver’s license
• Basic motor vehicle mechanical knowledge will be an added advantage.
• At least 1 year relevant work experience

Other Skills/Attributes:

• Able to communicate effectively in English
• Interpersonal Skills
• Integrity
• Sound mind
• Confidentiality
• Tact and Diplomacy

NOTE: ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

• Undertakes regularly and effectively the transportation of solid waste using company tractors to the final waste disposal site (Chunga Landfill).
• Adhere strictly to all traffic laws, safety regulations and company policies.
• Perform mandatory pre-trip and post-trip inspections (checking brakes, fluid levels, lights, etc.) and complete daily inspection reports.
• Keep the assigned vehicle clean and immediately report any mechanical issues or repair needs.
• Follow a specific, pre-determined route and ensure all designated bins and containers are completely emptied.
• Communicate with dispatchers regarding route changes, delays, or service problems.
• Prepares timely, accident reports in order to facilitate decision making and reports in good time to the Foreman.
• Completes timely, log books in order to enhance accountability of journeys.
• Undertakes regularly, basic vehicle inspection in order to ascertain its road worthiness and request the Foreman to book for servicing.
• Undertakes the regular cleaning of the motor vehicle to portray the good image of the Company.

• Able to communicate effectively in English
• Interpersonal Skills
• Integrity
• Sound mind
• Confidentiality
• Tact and Diplomacy

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent
• Valid Class C Driver’s license
• Basic motor vehicle mechanical knowledge will be an added advantage.