Sochi Foods Limited is an FMCG company that specializes in producing premium-quality garri brands as well as immensely useful industrial and culinary byproducts from the cassava plant. Established in Ahiazu-Mbaise, in the heart of Eastern Nigeria, our company is founded with the mission to provide consumers with world-class products that meet their requirements.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace where all persons feel welcome, respected, and valued. We have diversity as a key policy in the Company and promote equal opportunity for all. This is a Team place, where everyone works together for common goals and achievements. We welcome and encourage the best skilled persons to join us today.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Tractor Driver

Location: Umuokrika Industrial Estate – Ahiazu-Mbaise, Imo

Job Description

• We are searching for a trustworthy Tractor Driver to join Sochi Foods Limited. As a tractor driver, your responsibilities will include driving tractors, completing maintenance duties, and using farm implements to plow, plant, harvest, spray pesticides, and more.
• You will report to the Farm Manager and should be comfortable working alone for long periods.
• To be successful as a tractor driver, you should have good concentration skills and excellent hand-eye coordination. Outstanding Tractor Drivers are detail-oriented and demonstrate strength as well as active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Driving and carrying out regular maintenance and repairs of tractors and other farm implements.
• Operating tractors safely and efficiently.
• Performing inspections of tractors and attachments like graders, rollers, and plows, and ensuring they are well-lubricated.
• Using tractors to transport materials and pull or push agricultural equipment.
• Operating tractors with laser leveling equipment to prepare fields.
• Reporting any faults or concerns to the Farm Manager and other relevant stakeholders.
• Remaining alert while driving and servicing the tractor, and maintaining the appropriate speed limit at all times.
• Completing minor repairs on tractor and farm equipment.

Requirements

• A minimum of SSCE certificate.
• A relevant driver’s license.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
• The ability to identify and react appropriately to hazards.
• Extensive knowledge of heavy equipment.
• Experience performing maintenance on tractors and other farming equipment.
• The ability to carry out duties unsupervised, in harsh weather conditions, and during irregular hours when required.
• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Superb health and safety knowledge.

Application Closing Date
27th March, 2023.