About the Role
Geoplex Drillteq Limited is the fastest-growing indigenous oilfield service company in Nigeria, delivering world-class wireline and drilling technology solutions to the upstream sector. We are currently looking for a dedicated Operational Driver to join our dynamic logistics and operations team, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of personnel, equipment, and materials across our operational bases, client locations, and field sites.
Key Responsibilities- Transport authorized personnel, tools, equipment, documents, and approved operational materials safely and on schedule to offices, bases, workshops, and field sites.
- Plan and execute routes in strict compliance with journey management requirements, weather conditions, security advisories, and site access restrictions.
- Conduct thorough daily pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections, covering tyres, brakes, fluids, safety kits, and emergency equipment.
- Maintain assigned vehicles in a clean, roadworthy condition, promptly reporting defects and coordinating scheduled servicing and repairs.
- Maintain accurate trip records, mileage logs, fuel records, delivery notes, and journey management documentation.
- Ensure all vehicle and driver documents, including licenses, insurance, roadworthiness, and permits, remain valid and up to date at all times.
- Strictly adhere to company and client HSE policies, including speed limits, seatbelt usage, fatigue management, and incident reporting.
- Support the safe loading, unloading, and securing of operational materials within vehicle capacity limits.
- Respond professionally to road hazards, breakdowns, or emergencies, escalating issues immediately according to company protocol.
- Minimum of an SSCE qualification; an OND in Logistics, Transport Management, or a related field is an added advantage.
- Valid Nigerian driver’s license suitable for the assigned vehicle category, with a commercial driving license being a strong plus.
- Possession of a valid Defensive Driving Certificate.
- Proven professional driving experience with a clean driving record and adherence to road safety standards.
- Good geographical knowledge of local and inter-state routes, operational bases, workshops, and oilfield sites.
- Proficiency in using navigation apps, journey management tools, and basic communication devices.
- Strong commitment to safety, integrity, punctuality, and confidentiality.
- Flexibility to work irregular hours, weekends, and demanding field schedules when required.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards.
- Health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Opportunities for professional training and career development within the oil and gas sector.
- Dynamic, safety-focused, and supportive work environment.