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Job title : Transport Operation Manager
Job Location : Lagos
Deadline : October 26, 2024
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Job Description
Operational Efficiency & Performance Management:
- Develop and implement transport strategies that align with organizational,objectives.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of the transport team, drivers, and fleet operations to ensure timely delivery of services.
- Use key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the performance of transport operations, including fuel efficiency, delivery times, and vehicle utilization.
- Identify inefficiencies in operations and suggest improvements or innovations to increase productivity and reduce costs.
Fleet Management:
- Oversee the management and maintenance of the company’s fleet, ensuring that vehicles are safe, roadworthy, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
- Implement systems for scheduling regular maintenance and repairs, reducing vehicle downtime.
- Monitor fuel usage, vehicle performance, and driver behavior through the use of fleet management software.
Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure all transport activities comply with national and international transport
- laws, health and safety regulations, and industry standards.
- Maintain proper records of fleet and transport operations, including driver
- licenses, vehicle insurance, and transport permits.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental guidelines.
Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and motivate the transport team, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability.
- Conduct performance reviews, set clear objectives, and provide ongoing feedback to the team.
- Organize training programs for drivers and transport staff on safe driving, customer service, and company policies.
Cost Management:
- Prepare and manage the transport budget, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising quality.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers, third-party logistics providers, and fuel vendors to achieve cost savings.
- Monitor expenses related to fuel, repairs, and maintenance, and identify areas for cost reduction.
Route Planning & Optimization:
- Oversee the scheduling and planning of transport routes to ensure timely and efficient delivery.
- Use transport management systems (TMS) to optimize route planning, reduce fuel consumption, and improve delivery times.
- Evaluate and improve route optimization, ensuring minimal delays and optimal vehicle usage.
Customer Service:
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by delivering efficient and timelyservices.
- Act as the point of contact for escalated transport issues and resolve them promptly to maintain client trust.
- Work closely with the customer service department to ensure smooth communication between the transport team and clients.
Risk Management & Security:
- Conduct risk assessments related to transport operations, ensuring proper safety measures are in place.
- Manage transport-related incidents, accidents, and emergencies, conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions.
- Ensure proper security measures for cargo and passengers, including monitoring security risks and safeguarding assets.
Requirements
- Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with 6 – 13 years experience.
How to Apply for this Offer
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@britproperties.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
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