Pre-Trip Inspection Officer at JMG

Brief Description

• Pre-Trip Inspection Officer will ensure all fleet vehicles meet safety and operational standards before and after each trip through thorough inspections, defect reporting, and proper documentation.
• This role helps prevent breakdowns, improves compliance, and allows mechanics to focus on critical repairs.

Duties

• Conduct mandatory pre-trip and post-trip inspections (DVIRs) on all designated trucks and trailers.
• Check and verify:
  • Lights and indicators
  • Oil and fluid levels (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid)
  • Air leaks / hydraulic leaks
  • Tyre condition and pressure
  • Brakes and brake lines
  • Mirrors, horn, wipers
  • Body condition, undercarriage, and suspension
  • Safety equipment (extinguisher, triangle, jack, wheel spanner)
• Identify minor defects and immediately report them to maintenance (lights, loose connections, leaks, worn components, missing items).
• Escalate major safety issues such as brake faults, tyre failures, steering issues, or fluid leaks.
• Complete DVIR forms accurately and submit daily.
• Maintain a daily record of all inspections.
• Ensure drivers sign off before departure and after arrival.
• Support compliance with company policies, HSE standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Stop unfit vehicles from going on dispatch until repaired.
• Coordinate with mechanics and tyre officers for follow-up actions.
• Assist in monitoring preventive maintenance schedules.
• Take up IMS responsibilities such as reporting unsafe act, condition or procedure in the work place, participating in fire or emergency drill at work, participating in incident reporting and investigation when necessary and adherence to Company policies.

Minimum Requirements

• SSCE / Technical certification.
• 1–5 years’ experience in fleet inspection, transport operations, or mechanical support.
• Experience with heavy-duty trucks and trailers preferred.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of truck/trailer inspection procedures.
• Ability to identify defects quickly and accurately.
• Good communication skills (for interacting with drivers, mechanics, and supervisors).
• High attention to detail.
• Understanding safety standards and DVIR documentation.
• Strong administrative and documentation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.