Towing Car Driver

Job Description

• REPORTING TO: Branch Manager
• LOCATION: Dzorwulu Branch

• Safely operate heavy-duty tow trucks and low-bed trailers to transport earth-moving machines (e.g., excavators, bulldozers), heavy-duty trucks, and light-duty vehicles.
• Plan and execute efficient delivery routes to Zonda Tec branches and customer destinations across Ghana.
• Perform loading and unloading of vehicles and machinery using appropriate techniques, ramps, and winching systems.
• Ensure that all transported cargo is properly secured, chained, and tied down in accordance with safety regulations and manufacturer specifications.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the towing vehicle, including checking tires, brakes, lights, fluid levels, and towing equipment.
• Ensure the towing vehicle is kept clean, serviced on schedule, and is mechanically sound.
• Immediately report any mechanical defects, accidents, or traffic violations to the Fleet Manager.
• Adhere strictly to Ghana’s Road Traffic Regulations, speed limits, and load restrictions.
• Verify delivery documents (waybills, delivery notes, and insurance papers) before departure.
• Obtain accurate signatures and confirmations from clients or branch managers upon delivery.
• Act as a brand ambassador for Zonda Tec, maintaining a professional demeanor when interacting with clients and other road users.
• Report any damages, discrepancies, or delays to management immediately.
• Assist in the movement and parking of vehicles within the Tema Assembly yard and branch compounds.
• Support the workshop team by towing vehicles in need of repair from branches to the main workshop in Tema.

Required Skills or Experience

• Valid Ghanaian Driver’s License: Class E (or higher) is mandatory.
• Minimum of High School Diploma (SHS) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven experience driving heavy-duty trucks, low-bed trailers, or car carrier tow trucks.
• Experience transporting construction machinery or heavy-duty commercial vehicles is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of road networks across the Greater Accra, Ashanti, Eastern, and Northern Regions (where branches are located).
• Proficient in using winches, straps, chains, and hydraulic lift systems.
• Excellent spatial awareness and maneuvering skills (backing, turning, and navigating tight spaces).
• Basic mechanical knowledge to diagnose minor faults.
• Good communication skills (English and a local language).
• High level of integrity, punctuality, and reliability.
• Zero Damage: 100% of vehicles delivered without scratches, dents, or operational damage.
• Timeliness: 98% on-time delivery rate to branches and clients.
• Vehicle Uptime: Towing vehicle is always roadworthy with zero preventable breakdowns due to neglect.
• Compliance: Zero traffic violations or road safety infractions.