Lorry Driver

SARAWAK OIL PALMS BERHAD; Sarawak; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad in the Miri Division, Sarawak, is seeking a reliable Lorry Driver for a full-time role. The position focuses on safe transport of oil palm products across facilities and to designated destinations, maintaining professionalism and customer service.

You will operate and maintain lorries, perform pre- and post-journey checks, and plan efficient routes to reduce fuel use and delivery times while ensuring cargo is loaded and secured safely.

Qualifications

• Valid Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) or Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) driving licence for Malaysia, with a clean driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience as a lorry or truck driver.
• Familiarity with safety standards and cargo loading/unloading procedures.
• Strong knowledge of road safety regulations and traffic laws in Malaysia.
• Ability to maintain accurate journey records and report incidents promptly.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain lorries in safe working condition, conducting pre-journey and post-journey vehicle checks.
• Transport oil palm products, materials and goods to designated locations within agreed timeframes.
• Plan and execute efficient routes to minimise fuel consumption and delivery times.
• Ensure all cargo is properly loaded, secured and unloaded in accordance with safety standards and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of journeys, fuel usage, vehicle maintenance and any incidents or damages.
• Adhere strictly to traffic regulations, speed limits and all applicable health and safety legislation.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch teams, supervisors and customers regarding delivery status.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance tasks and report any mechanical issues promptly.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication skills

Reliability

Route planning

Job description

About the role We are seeking a reliable and experienced Lorry Driver to join Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad in the Miri Division, Sarawak. This is a full-time position that plays a vital role in our agricultural operations, ensuring the safe and efficient transport of goods and materials across our facilities and to designated destinations. As a Lorry Driver, you will be responsible for maintaining vehicle safety standards, adhering to all traffic regulations, and delivering products on time whilst maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and customer service.

Operate and maintain lorries in safe working condition, conducting pre-journey and post-journey vehicle checks

Transport oil palm products, materials and goods to designated locations within agreed timeframes

Plan and execute efficient routes to minimise fuel consumption and delivery times

Ensure all cargo is properly loaded, secured and unloaded in accordance with safety standards and company procedures

Maintain accurate records of journeys, fuel usage, vehicle maintenance and any incidents or damages

Adhere strictly to traffic regulations, speed limits and all applicable health and safety legislation

Communicate effectively with dispatch teams, supervisors and customers regarding delivery status and any issues

Perform routine vehicle maintenance tasks and report any mechanical issues promptly

Maintain a professional appearance and conduct professional interactions with customers and colleagues

What we're looking for Valid Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) or Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) driving licence for Malaysia, with a clean driving record

Minimum 3 years of professional experience as a lorry or truck driver

Demonstrable knowledge of vehicle maintenance and ability to identify and report mechanical issues

Strong understanding of road safety regulations and traffic laws in Malaysia

Physical fitness and ability to perform loading and unloading duties as required

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Reliability, punctuality and a commitment to health and safety standards

Familiarity with agricultural products and oil palm industry operations is advantageous