Heavy / Oversized Truck Driver

People Project Co. Limited is recruiting a Heavy / Oversized Truck Driver to safely and efficiently transport heavy, oversized, abnormal, bulky, and containerized cargo within Tanzania and across international borders. The role requires an experienced professional driver who can operate heavy-duty trucks, tractor units, trailers, and specialized heavy-load combinations over long distances.

The successful candidate will be responsible for cargo security, vehicle inspections, route compliance, documentation, and safe driving throughout each journey. Because the position involves regional and cross-border transportation, applicants should have strong knowledge of major transport corridors, valid professional driving credentials, and the ability to spend extended periods away from home.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty trucks, tractor heads, and trailers safely and responsibly.

• Transport cargo within Tanzania and across regional and international routes.

  

• Handle oversized, abnormal, bulky, containerized, and other heavy cargo.

• Maintain safe driving practices under different road and weather conditions.

  

• Plan and follow approved routes, transport schedules, and company instructions.

• Demonstrate competence in long-distance and extended journeys.

  

• Ensure cargo is properly secured before departure and throughout transportation.

• Check cargo positioning, tarpaulins, straps, chains, and other securing equipment.

  

• Immediately report cargo damage, shortages, movement, or security concerns.

• Maintain custody and accountability of cargo throughout assigned trips.

• Follow loading, offloading, and delivery documentation procedures.

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks and trailers.

• Inspect brakes, tyres, lights, engine fluids, steering, suspension, coupling systems, and other critical components.

• Report mechanical defects and safety concerns to the Fleet or Workshop team.

• Keep assigned vehicles clean and in good operating condition.

• Ensure vehicle documentation and safety equipment are valid before starting trips.

• Comply with Tanzanian traffic laws and applicable regional transport regulations.

• Follow company Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) requirements.

• Observe prescribed driving hours, rest periods, and fatigue-management procedures.

• Wear seat belts and required PPE.

• Report accidents, near misses, security incidents, and unsafe conditions immediately.

• Represent the company professionally at customer sites, ports, border points, and delivery locations.

• Maintain professional communication with customers and the public.

• Protect company, customer, and cargo information.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Age between 25 and 50 years.

• Valid Class E Driving Licence.

• Relevant professional driver training or certification from VETA and/or the National Institute of Transport (NIT).

• Valid passport and willingness to undertake cross-border assignments.

• Strong knowledge of Tanzanian roads and major regional transport corridors.

• Experience in East, Central, and Southern African transport operations.

• Good understanding of basic vehicle inspection and mechanical fault identification.

• Physically fit for long-distance driving.

• Clean driving record without serious traffic offences.

• Ability to work independently and spend extended periods away from home.

• Minimum 3 years of proven professional experience as a heavy truck driver in commercial transport, haulage, or logistics.

• Demonstrable long-distance heavy truck driving experience.

• Experience transporting oversized, abnormal, bulky, containerized, or heavy cargo.

• Experience operating tractor heads, trailers, flatbeds, lowbeds, interlinks, or heavy-duty combinations.

• Excellent defensive driving and route-awareness skills.

• High level of safety consciousness, reliability, and punctuality.

• Strong decision-making and accountability.

• Ability to work under pressure and communicate effectively.

• Professional customer-service orientation and integrity.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter online through the People Project Co. careers page.

Application Portal: People Project Co. Careers Page

Application Deadline: 1 September 2026

Conclusion

This opportunity is well suited to experienced heavy-truck drivers with a valid Class E licence, professional driver training, and proven experience in long-distance, oversized, abnormal-load, or cross-border transportation. Candidates who can demonstrate strong safety practices, cargo-handling skills, vehicle inspection knowledge, and regional route experience will be well positioned for the role.