Careers at Kaukokiito
You often hear that it’s possible to recognise a Kaukokiito employee as soon as they walk through the door. So, what is working for Kaukokiito like, and what kinds of things do we find important? This page showcases the stories of people working for Kaukokiito in different roles.
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From the army to Kaukokiito driver
Salla Kalliokoski never imagined she would end up working in the transport industry. Instead, she dreamed of joining the army as a child. When her military service in Sodankylä led her to military driver training, a whole new world opened up, along with the door to becoming a driver for Kaukokiito. Her experience in the armed forces made the transition to working life smooth, and now Salla proudly drives as part of the logistics chain that keeps Finland's goods flowing.
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From driver to transport entrepreneur
Juha-Matti Malinen, 39, who recently started as a haulage entrepreneur, runs Finland's easternmost delivery service as a Kaukokiito subcontractor. He was previously an employed driver at Kaukokiito and started as an independent operator in September. There are many similar stories in the Kaukokiito network.
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A great team plays together
Terminal employee Jari Saksa has worked at Kaukokiito's terminal in Vantaa for more than ten years. A good team whose members always help one another is a major reason why Jari enjoys his work.
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Well-being for drivers in the Kaukokiito chain
Hanna Vainio, Human Resources Manager at Kuljetusliike Taipale Oy, one of Kaukokiito’s owner-operators, breaks down myths about professional drivers and discusses factors contributing to drivers' occupational well-being. Hanna has been recruiting drivers and developing the employee experience within the family business for 17 years. She is also a member of the Kaukokiito group-level HR team.
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The Kaukokiito technology unit drives innovation
There are nearly 40 technology specialists working for Kaukokiito. They process data derived from shipments into information that facilitates the daily work of both customers and Kaukokiito workers alike. The tech team also actively develop logistics software. Heidi Suominen works as a project manager in software projects and as a team leader in customer integrations. Her job is to ensure that data flows seamlessly between different systems.
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Here you can work with new equipment – an HCT combination driver’s life at Kaukokiito
The HCT (High-Capacity Transport) combination driven by Oulu-based Jarno Holappa is southbound along the trunk line running down from Oulu. The vehicle load is 42 tonnes and the combination measures 34.5 metres. The massive equipment demands exceptional precision and, above all, anticipatory driving, even from an experienced trucker. According to Jarno, working with a modern fleet and a good team makes the work very enjoyable.