Lorry Driver

ADVANCED RECYCLING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local logistics company in Singapore is seeking a Class 4 Driver to operate and drive a lorry for transporting goods. Responsibilities include inspecting vehicles, complying with driving regulations, planning routes, and communicating delays. The ideal candidate must hold a valid driving license and have proven experience in vehicle operation. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to serve various customer sites.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Class 4 Driver.
• Valid lorry driving license.
• Ability to drive long hours and handle multiple trips.
• Extensive knowledge of lorry driving rules and regulations.
• No recent moving or driving violations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive a lorry to transport goods.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical and safety issues.
• Comply with lorry driving rules and regulations.
• Plan routes to meet delivery schedules.
• Load and unload cargo from the lorry.
• Collect and verify delivery instructions.
• Report defects, accidents, or violations.
• Maintain cleanliness of the lorry.
• Communicate about delays or problems on the route.

Skills

Driving long hours

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operating and driving a lorry to transport goods and materials over specified routes to local or distant points according to a time schedule.
• Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and performing preventative maintenance.
• Complying with lorry driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
• Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules.
• Loading and unloading cargo from the lorry, often with the help of a forklift, stacker or pallet jack.
• Collecting and verifying delivery instructions, including signatures from customers.
• Reporting defects, accidents or violations immediately.
• Keeping the lorry and associated equipment clean and in good working order.
• Communicating effectively with clients or dispatchers about delays or problems on the route.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Class 4 Driver.
• Valid lorry driving license.
• Ability to drive long hours and handle multiple trips to and from factory and customer sites.
• Ability to operate a stacker or have a forklift license – a great advantage.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable lorry driving rules and regulations.
• No recent moving or driving violations.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.).
• Willingness to submit to background / drug checks and provide employment recommendations.