Recruitment of 02 Chauffeurs Ravitailleur (H) to Douala and Kribi – AGL Cameroun
Africa Global Logistics (AGL) is a multimodal logistics operator operating in Africa, offering solutions for the transport, storage, handling and management of goods.
As a member of the MSC Group, AGL operates in several segments of the supply chain, including port, rail, maritime, air and land activities.
In Cameroon, the company has a presence in several strategic cities, including Douala, Kribi, Yaoundé, Garoua, Ngaoundéré and Belabo.
AGL supports companies operating in different sectors, including:
In the context of strengthening its transport and refuelling operations, AGL Cameroun recruits two (02) Drivers Truck-Citerne Ravitailleur for positions based in Douala and Kribi.
Job description
The Chauffeurs-Citerne Ravitailleur will be responsible for the transport, loading, delivery and unloading of petroleum products in strict compliance with safety procedures.
They will have to drive heavy-duty vehicles equipped with tanks, verify the quantities transported, ensure the traceability of operations and guarantee the safety of people, goods and facilities.
Experience
This position requires a proven experience in the driving of heavy goods vehicles, an excellent knowledge of safety rules and a great rigor in handling hydrocarbons.
Drivers will also be required to perform daily checks of their vehicles and report on the operations performed to their hierarchy.
Main duties
- Conduct and transport of petroleum products
The Chauffeurs Truck-Citerne Ravitailleur will ensure the safe transport of petroleum products to the various delivery sites.
Responsibilities
Their main responsibilities will include:
Drive tanker trucks safely.
Ensure road and track travel.
Respect the Highway Code.
Follow the defined routes.
Respect the limitations and instructions applicable to the transport of petroleum products.
Ensure the safety of the vehicle and its loading.
Respect the maximum permissible loads.
Apply the rules relating to driving and rest times.
- Loading and unloading of hydrocarbons
Drivers will have to control the loading and unloading of liquid products.
As such, they will be responsible for:
Participate in oil product loading operations.
Check the quantities loaded.
Perform checks by gauging or metering.
Properly use valves, pumps and hoses.
Carry out the unloading operations at customers or at distribution sites.
Follow loading and unloading procedures.
Check the quantities delivered.
Report any discrepancies immediately.
Ensure the proper execution of supply operations.
- Management of delivery documents and traceability
The incumbent of the position will have to ensure a rigorous follow-up of documents related to transport and delivery.
Its missions will include:
Inform the loading vouchers.
Complete the delivery notes.
Education / Qualifications
Check the information related to the quantities transported.
Have the delivery notes signed by customers.
Keep transport documents up to date.
Ensure proper preservation of the ship's documents.
Report anomalies or differences in quantities.
Ensure the reliability of declared information.
- Compliance with safety and HSE rules
The transport of petroleum products involves specific risks that require constant vigilance.
Drivers must:
Strictly apply the safety rules for hydrocarbons.
Follow fire prevention procedures.
Ensure the grounding of equipment during the operations concerned.
Respect the prohibition of sources of ignition.
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
Apply safety instructions when loading and unloading.
Identify dangerous situations.
Respect hygiene, safety and environmental procedures.
- Incident and emergency management
Drivers will have to know how to react effectively in the event of an incident.
They will, in particular:
Identify situations that pose a risk quickly.
Trigger the alert in case of a leak.
Apply the planned containment procedures.
Respond appropriately in the event of a fire.
Use fire extinguishers in accordance with their training and safety procedures.
Respect the instructions applicable in case of an accident.
Other information
Immediately inform the hierarchy of observed incidents.
- Daily vehicle maintenance and control
Before and during transport operations, drivers will have to ensure the good condition of their equipment.
Verifications will include:
They will also:
Report failures and malfunctions.
Participate in the proper maintenance of the vehicle.
Keep the tank and equipment in good condition.
Make sure the truck is clean.
Contribute to the prevention of technical fixed assets.
- Tour monitoring and reporting
Monitoring of transport operations.
Report on the tours made.
Report incidents to the hierarchy.
Provide accurate information about the deliveries made.
Follow internal reporting procedures.
Ensure traceability of refuelling operations.
Candidate profile
Driving licence
Applicants must possess:
A valid heavy-duty driving licence of category C or CE.
Professional experience
Candidates must have at least three (03) years of experience as a truck driver.
Experience in transporting hydrocarbons or petroleum products is particularly appreciated.
Further training
Training or a safety certificate relating to the transport of dangerous goods is an asset.
Technical skills sought
Driving heavy goods vehicles
Control of the driving of heavy vehicles.
Good knowledge of traffic rules.
Ability to drive on road and track.
Compliance with loading rules and weight limitations.
Handling of liquid products
Control of loading and unloading operations.
Use of pumps, valves and hoses.
Knowledge of counting devices.
Ability to control quantities transported and delivered.
Safety and transport of dangerous goods
Knowledge of safety rules applicable to hydrocarbons.
Understanding the risks associated with petroleum products.
Candidates must be proficient in at least one of the following languages, both oral and written:
English: Read, write and speak.
English: Read, write and speak.
Proficiency in both languages is an advantage.
Desired personal qualities
AGL is looking for drivers with the following qualities:
Sobriety.
Discipline.
Professional rigor.
High sense of responsibility.
Honesty.
Reliability in the declaration of quantities transported.
Type of contract: CDI.
Number of positions: 02.
Location
Places of work: Douala / Kribi.
Taking office: Immediate.
Advantages offered by AGL
Employees recruited will benefit from the following advantages:
The amount of compensation is not specified in the announcement.
Application file
Interested candidates must submit:
An updated curriculum vitae (CV).
A copy of the valid driving licence, category C or CE.
Attention: Any incomplete file will be rejected.
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