Drivers/ Heavy Equipment Operator
2026-05-23T19:42:21+00:00
Sheer Logic
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CONTRACTOR
Kampala
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Professional Services
Transportation & Logistics, Construction, Installation, Maintenance & Repair
2026-05-25T17:00:00+00:00
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Position Overview
We are seeking highly skilled, disciplined, and safety-driven Senior Heavy Equipment Operators to join our operations team. This role is critical to the successful execution of large-scale construction and infrastructure projects.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical expertise in operating a diverse fleet of heavy machinery, combined with a strong commitment to safety, precision, and operational excellence. This position offers an opportunity to work in a performance-driven environment with modern equipment and structured operational systems.
Core Responsibilities
Advanced Equipment Operation
- Safely and efficiently operate a fleet of heavy machinery, including:
- Sinotruk Tippers for bulk material hauling
- Backhoes for excavation, trenching, and loading operations
- Motor Graders for precision grading and road construction
- Roller Compactors for soil stabilization and subgrade compaction
- Tractor-Pulled Gyro Mowers for vegetation management and site clearance
- Execute tasks with high precision, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and project standards.
- Optimize machine utilization to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
Preventive Maintenance & Equipment Care
- Perform comprehensive daily pre-start inspections and post-operation checks.
- Detect early signs of mechanical or operational faults and report promptly.
- Conduct basic maintenance and collaborate with technical teams on advanced repairs.
- Maintain detailed equipment logs, service records, and usage reports.
- Ensure all machinery is maintained in optimal working condition and handled with care to extend asset lifespan.
Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
- Uphold the highest standards of occupational health and safety (OHS) in line with company policies and best international practices.
- Consistently use and enforce proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Conduct risk assessments before and during operations to mitigate hazards.
- Maintain situational awareness in dynamic site environments, ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials.
- Support site safety audits, toolbox talks, and incident prevention initiatives.
Operational Excellence & Team Collaboration
- Work closely with site supervisors, engineers, and logistics teams to meet project milestones.
- Support material handling, loading/unloading coordination, and workflow optimization.
- Mentor junior operators where required, promoting skill development and safe work practices.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with all stakeholders on-site.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5 years’ proven experience operating multiple types of heavy construction equipment.
- Valid and up-to-date operator certification/licenses for relevant machinery.
- Strong working knowledge of construction site operations and equipment safety standards.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret basic site plans and operational instructions.
- Physically fit, resilient, and capable of working in demanding outdoor conditions.
Preferred / Added Advantages
- Experience in medium to large-scale infrastructure or road construction projects.
- Additional certifications in occupational safety, defensive driving, or equipment diagnostics.
- Exposure to fleet management systems or digital equipment monitoring tools.
- Military, industrial, or high-discipline operational background is an added advantage.
- Ability to operate more than one equipment/machinery
Key Competencies
- Exceptional reliability, discipline, and work ethic
- Strong attention to detail and operational accuracy
- Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills
- High level of safety awareness and accountability
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience and expertise
- Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects
- Professional working environment with modern equipment
- Career growth and continuous skills development opportunities
- Structured safety and operational support systems
- Safely and efficiently operate a fleet of heavy machinery, including: Sinotruk Tippers for bulk material hauling, Backhoes for excavation, trenching, and loading operations, Motor Graders for precision grading and road construction, Roller Compactors for soil stabilization and subgrade compaction, Tractor-Pulled Gyro Mowers for vegetation management and site clearance.
- Execute tasks with high precision, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and project standards.
- Optimize machine utilization to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
- Perform comprehensive daily pre-start inspections and post-operation checks.
- Detect early signs of mechanical or operational faults and report promptly.
- Conduct basic maintenance and collaborate with technical teams on advanced repairs.
- Maintain detailed equipment logs, service records, and usage reports.
- Ensure all machinery is maintained in optimal working condition and handled with care to extend asset lifespan.
- Uphold the highest standards of occupational health and safety (OHS) in line with company policies and best international practices.
- Consistently use and enforce proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Conduct risk assessments before and during operations to mitigate hazards.
- Maintain situational awareness in dynamic site environments, ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials.
- Support site safety audits, toolbox talks, and incident prevention initiatives.
- Work closely with site supervisors, engineers, and logistics teams to meet project milestones.
- Support material handling, loading/unloading coordination, and workflow optimization.
- Mentor junior operators where required, promoting skill development and safe work practices.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with all stakeholders on-site.
- Advanced technical expertise in operating a diverse fleet of heavy machinery.
- Strong commitment to safety, precision, and operational excellence.
- Ability to read and interpret basic site plans and operational instructions.
- Strong working knowledge of construction site operations and equipment safety standards.
- Exceptional reliability, discipline, and work ethic.
- Strong attention to detail and operational accuracy.
- Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- High level of safety awareness and accountability.
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to operate more than one equipment/machinery.
- Minimum 3–5 years’ proven experience operating multiple types of heavy construction equipment.
- Valid and up-to-date operator certification/licenses for relevant machinery.
- Physically fit, resilient, and capable of working in demanding outdoor conditions.
- Experience in medium to large-scale infrastructure or road construction projects (preferred).
- Additional certifications in occupational safety, defensive driving, or equipment diagnostics (preferred).
- Exposure to fleet management systems or digital equipment monitoring tools (preferred).
- Military, industrial, or high-discipline operational background (added advantage).
JOB-6a12031d37d5f
Vacancy title:
Drivers/ Heavy Equipment Operator
[Type: CONTRACTOR, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Transportation & Logistics, Construction, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]
Jobs at:
Sheer Logic
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, May 25 2026
Duty Station:
Kampala | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, May 23 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Position Overview
We are seeking highly skilled, disciplined, and safety-driven Senior Heavy Equipment Operators to join our operations team. This role is critical to the successful execution of large-scale construction and infrastructure projects.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical expertise in operating a diverse fleet of heavy machinery, combined with a strong commitment to safety, precision, and operational excellence. This position offers an opportunity to work in a performance-driven environment with modern equipment and structured operational systems.
Core Responsibilities
Advanced Equipment Operation
- Safely and efficiently operate a fleet of heavy machinery, including:
- Sinotruk Tippers for bulk material hauling
- Backhoes for excavation, trenching, and loading operations
- Motor Graders for precision grading and road construction
- Roller Compactors for soil stabilization and subgrade compaction
- Tractor-Pulled Gyro Mowers for vegetation management and site clearance
- Execute tasks with high precision, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and project standards.
- Optimize machine utilization to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
Preventive Maintenance & Equipment Care
- Perform comprehensive daily pre-start inspections and post-operation checks.
- Detect early signs of mechanical or operational faults and report promptly.
- Conduct basic maintenance and collaborate with technical teams on advanced repairs.
- Maintain detailed equipment logs, service records, and usage reports.
- Ensure all machinery is maintained in optimal working condition and handled with care to extend asset lifespan.
Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
- Uphold the highest standards of occupational health and safety (OHS) in line with company policies and best international practices.
- Consistently use and enforce proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Conduct risk assessments before and during operations to mitigate hazards.
- Maintain situational awareness in dynamic site environments, ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials.
- Support site safety audits, toolbox talks, and incident prevention initiatives.
Operational Excellence & Team Collaboration
- Work closely with site supervisors, engineers, and logistics teams to meet project milestones.
- Support material handling, loading/unloading coordination, and workflow optimization.
- Mentor junior operators where required, promoting skill development and safe work practices.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with all stakeholders on-site.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5 years’ proven experience operating multiple types of heavy construction equipment.
- Valid and up-to-date operator certification/licenses for relevant machinery.
- Strong working knowledge of construction site operations and equipment safety standards.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret basic site plans and operational instructions.
- Physically fit, resilient, and capable of working in demanding outdoor conditions.
Preferred / Added Advantages
- Experience in medium to large-scale infrastructure or road construction projects.
- Additional certifications in occupational safety, defensive driving, or equipment diagnostics.
- Exposure to fleet management systems or digital equipment monitoring tools.
- Military, industrial, or high-discipline operational background is an added advantage.
- Ability to operate more than one equipment/machinery
Key Competencies
- Exceptional reliability, discipline, and work ethic
- Strong attention to detail and operational accuracy
- Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills
- High level of safety awareness and accountability
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience and expertise
- Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects
- Professional working environment with modern equipment
- Career growth and continuous skills development opportunities
- Structured safety and operational support systems
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: high school
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Send your cv by 25th May 2026. Note that the position is based in KAMPALA UGANDA.
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