A recruitment opportunity is available for 7 Flatbed Truck Drivers in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The positions are intended for experienced heavy vehicle drivers with the required driving licence, professional driving certification and practical experience operating flatbed, trailer or container trucks.
Candidates with previous experience transporting shipping containers are particularly encouraged to apply.
Flatbed Truck Drivers – 7 Posts
Location: Dar es Salaam
Number of Vacancies: 7
Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- A valid driving licence for the appropriate class of heavy vehicle.
- A valid Driving Certificate from a recognized driving college or institution.
- At least 3 years of proven experience as a heavy truck or trailer driver.
- Proven experience in container transportation is highly preferred.
- Practical experience driving flatbed, trailer or container trucks.
- Good knowledge of road safety, traffic regulations and basic vehicle inspection.
- Ability to safely manoeuvre and secure containers.
- Good communication skills.
- Discipline and reliability.
Roles and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Safely operating flatbed and trailer trucks to transport shipping containers.
- Transporting 20FT, 40FT and 40FT High Cube containers between designated locations.
- Ensuring containers are properly positioned and securely fastened before transportation.
- Conducting daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Complying with traffic laws, road safety requirements and company HSE procedures.
- Maintaining accurate trip, delivery, fuel and vehicle records.
- Reporting vehicle defects, accidents, breakdowns and other incidents immediately.
- Ensuring timely and safe delivery of containers.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications by email and clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject line.
Applications should be sent to:
Applicants should attach the following documents:
- Cover letter for the position.
- Updated Resume/CV.
- Academic certificates.
Application Period
Start Date: 1 October 2026
Closing Date: 6 October 2026
Candidates who meet the stated requirements should submit their applications within the specified application period and ensure that all required documents are attached.
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