We are looking for vibrant and enthusiastic recent graduates to join our fast growing and leading team in Transport and Logistics.
Job Title: Transport and Logistics Trainee.
Job Type: Permanent.
Location: Head office Kampala.
Department: Transport.

Job summary,
The intern will support the transport supervisor in areas of logistics, fuel allocation, monitoring of drivers and control systems, attend meetings with the drivers, assist in managing fleet Jobs, following up on repairs and maintenance, ensuring cleanliness of all drivers, ensuring proper filling of all records.

Experience;
1. Basic understanding of transport and logistics industry.

Qualifications;
1. Must have performed well at O-level and A- Level especially in mathematics with a distinction.
2. Bachelor of Transport and Logistics at a university or any other related degree.

 Desirable Personal attributes;

1. Able to keep time.
2. Ability to multitask.
3. Taking constructive criticism well.
4. Strong writing skills.
5. Effective communication.
6. Open to learning.

JOB DETAILS:

DAKS Couriers Limited is a Leading transport and Logistics company in Uganda; a home-grown company with headquarters located in Kamwokya at Plot 64, Kira Road, opposite the Uganda Museum. Our products and services range from, transportation & distribution, clearing, forwarding and warehousing.

Primary responsibilities;
1. Checking traffic updates before starting the journey.
2. Upholding safety measures before starting up the journey.
3. Keeping in touch with the transport supervisor on routes to take.
4. Keep at least a distance of ten miters when travelling in a convoy.
5. Ensuring safety of goods on the vehicle all the time.
6. Maintaining a record of vehicle maintenance receipts.
7. Keep track of road and climate conditions when travelling to avoid accidents.
8. Respect traffic rules and guidelines all the time.

Qualifications and experience;
1. Seven years of experience driving Manual Transmission vehicles.
2. Experience in escort services, former police officers and security company drivers preferred.
3. Must have a defensive driving certificate from a recognized institution.
4. Must have a clean driving and medical record.
5. Female drivers encouraged to apply.

Required skills and competencies;
1. Complete knowledge of road safety rules and regulations.
2. Familiarity with GPS tools and Google Maps.
3. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Excellent driving skills on road.
5. Well-groomed and highly motivated individual.
6. Good time management skills.
7. Ability to offer excellent customer service.


Job application procedure

Interested and Qualified, Send Your application and support documents by email to hr@dakscouriers.com  or deliver your application to our head office at plot 64 Kamwokya, Opposite Uganda Museum not later than 25 March 2023. Good Luck!.