Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ H.E. JACKSON ENGINEERING LTD (HEJ)
POSITION: TIPPER DRIVER (2 POSITIONS) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
Location: Rumphi
OVERVIEW
H.E. Jackson Engineering Ltd (HEJ) is one of the leading providers of engineering solutions in Malawi and serves all sectors of the economy including mining, energy, agriculture, construction
and manufacturing.
The company has vacancies at its Rumphi Project Site:
Job Title: TIPPER DRIVER (2) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
Nature of Contract: 12 months Fixed Term
Duty Station: Rumphi
Reporting to: Project Manager & Plant & Workshop Manager
Department: Plant & Equipment
1. Job Summary
To safely and efficiently operate a tipper truck for the transportation, loading, and off-loading
of construction materials including sand, quarry stone, gravel, soil, aggregates, and other
materials required for construction projects.
The Tipper Driver is responsible for the proper care and safe operation of the assigned vehicle,
ensuring compliance with Malawi road traffic regulations, company policies, construction-site
procedures, and health and safety requirements.
2. Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Operate the assigned tipper truck safely and efficiently on construction sites, public
roads, quarries, and material yards.
• Transport construction materials between suppliers, quarries, depots, project sites, and
designated locations.
• Load and discharge materials in accordance with instructions from the Site Supervisor
or Transport Manager.
• Ensure that the vehicle is not overloaded and that loads are properly distributed and
secured.
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections before operating the vehicle.
• Check engine oil, coolant, fuel, hydraulic systems, tyres, brakes, lights, indicators, and
other essential components.
• Report mechanical defects, damage, unusual noises, or other faults immediately to the
supervisor or mechanic.
• Carry out basic vehicle checks, cleaning, lubrication, and routine maintenance as
required.
• Complete vehicle logbooks, trip sheets, delivery notes, fuel records, and other required
documentation accurately.
• Follow assigned routes and delivery schedules.
• Observe all applicable road traffic laws, speed limits, and company driving procedures.
• Follow construction-site traffic management plans and instructions from banksmen,
flagmen, and site supervisors.
• Exercise extreme caution when reversing, tipping, loading, and unloading, particularly
around workers, machinery, buildings, excavations, and overhead obstructions.
• Ensure the tipping body is completely lowered and secured before travelling.
• Ensure the tipping area is stable, level, and clear of personnel and obstructions before
raising the tipping body.
• Park the vehicle in designated and secure areas when not in use.
• Prevent unauthorized persons from operating or using the assigned vehicle.
• Monitor fuel consumption and report abnormal fuel usage.
• Maintain the vehicle in a clean, safe, and roadworthy condition.
• Immediately report accidents, near misses, breakdowns, traffic incidents, or damage
involving the vehicle.
• Maintain professional and respectful conduct when interacting with clients, suppliers,
colleagues, and members of the public.
• Support other transport or site activities when reasonably required and where competent
to do so.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management that are consistent with the position.
3. Qualifications and Experience
• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or equivalent is an advantage.
• Must possess a valid Malawian driver's licence of the appropriate class for the
assigned tipper truck.
• Minimum 2–3 years' experience driving tipper trucks, dump trucks, or other heavy
commercial vehicles.
• Previous experience in construction, quarrying, road works, mining, or a similar
environment is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience driving on construction sites and unpaved roads.
• Basic knowledge of heavy-vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of road safety and construction-site safety procedures.
• Defensive-driving training or relevant professional driver training is an added
advantage.
4. Skills and Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
• Excellent heavy-vehicle driving skills.
• Good knowledge of road traffic rules and safe-driving practices.
• Ability to manoeuvre and reverse safely in restricted areas.
• Good understanding of construction-site hazards.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to identify vehicle faults.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Good time management and ability to meet delivery schedules.
• High level of responsibility and accountability.
• Reliability, punctuality, and discipline.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good awareness of personal and public safety.
Interested candidates who have met the above requirements should send their applications together
with certified copies of certificates and CVs to the address that is convenient, no later than 2
nd
October 2026:
Email: hr@hejackson.com
Postal Address:
The Head of Human Resource
H.E. Jackson Engineering Ltd
Kanengo Industrial
P. O Box 1218
Lilongwe
Malawi
Physical Address:
Kanengo Industrial
Plot 91, Area 28
Lilongwe
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.