Fleet and Transportation Manager job description

Job brief

We are seeking a dynamic, driven and service-focused Fleet and Transportation Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of experience in the logistics and fleet transport industry and be adept at managing a team of personnel. The role's focus will be to ensure the smooth running of the fleet and logistics department as the business requires, as well as managing a dedicated team and ensuring maximum productivity and timely delivery within the department.

Responsibilities

• Manages department staff, drivers, maintenance mechanics, and service personnel.
• Collaborates with the HR department to obtain required staffing levels.
• Train all new hires.
• Plan routes to effectively ensure on-time delivery for goods/services/vehicles.
• Ensure maintenance is carried out on the fleet as and when required.
• Liaise with external vendors to arrange contracts for fleet repair.
• Ensure that drivers are working the correct hours and monitor their driving time in line with the local laws.
• Ensure that vehicle repairs are completed on time, and that all vehicles are roadworthy at all times.
• Ensure that drivers are made aware of accidents, road closures, and traffic jams and have the opportunity to take alternative routes.
• Oversee the delivery and collection of items to be transported.
• Complete effective rotas for the staff, ensuring adequate cover at all times.
• Provide timely reports on financials, performance, and productivity where required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in procurement and supply chain, operations, logistics management, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the logistics or fleet management industry
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Confident with all computer programs including, Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience with providing reports and providing detailed presentations
• Excellent leadership abilities
• Confident to delegate workloads
• Sound knowledge of the logistics industry and its functions
• Demonstrated experience in a managerial role
• Demonstrated knowledge of various computer systems relating to logistics planning and tracking