Driving skill
Heavy Truck Drivers must be able to drive truck.
Heavy Truck Drivers
Descriptions & Duties
- Heavy Truck Drivers transport goods/ heavy materials/ containers from one location to another.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge in vehicle maintenance
Heavy Truck Drivers must be able to check their vehicles for problems and do minor maintenance.
General Requirements
Professional qualification
- A valid driving license; class 18 (Medium Goods Vehicle)；class 19 (Heavy Goods Vehicle); Class 20 (Articulated Vehicle)
Work Environment
- The work of Heavy Truck Drivers is physically demanding. They drive for many hours and assist in loading and unloading cargo. They need to drive through heavy traffic or bad weather.
Tools
- Lifts －Hydraulic lifts
- Pulleys
