Fleet Operations Manager at Ekesons Bros Nig. Ltd

Job Duties

• Ensure the services of the organization are effectively communicated and that management projected performances are surpassed.
• Track all in-transit buses assigned to the terminal effectively and ensure their availability to meet the projected demand by customers
• Ensure available buses are effectively fixed and ready for daily operations within stipulated turnaround time
• Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure available buses are fit for use and are in alignment with the approved SCS (service,comfort,safety) standards for our fleet.
• Efficiently coordinate the daily operations of the terminal with the objective of ensuring zero service disruptions and service failures.
• Ensure available buses are efficiently assigned to routes, positioned for boarding.
• Ensure strict adherence to scheduled departure timelines and minimize service disruptions
• Ensure guests who have opted for pick up services are effectively processed in line with their bookings and picked up at their preferred location
• Ensure all information passed by management is effectively communicated to and understood by all terminal based staff.
• Promptly communicate shortage or surplus of buses at the terminal to the designated Operations support team.
• Resolve minor grievances or disputes that does not require escalation
• Ensure the terminal and its ambience is properly maintained and is in compliance with “The Company” standards by the facility maintenance team
• Ensures all transactions are effectively managed and documented on the approved ERP platform and that experience officers remit accurate sales to the accountant
• Identify opportunities to improve the interface and service to our customers
• Ensure all employees within the terminal comply strictly with the policies and procedures of the organization. E.g. resumption time, dress code, friendly attitude towards guests etc.
• Promote our services to encourage greater use of online booking platforms (Website and App).
• Liaise and negotiate with different stakeholders including local authorities, regulatory bodies, highways authorities and reps of host community as authorized by management.
• Develop and implement terminal staff shift schedule in compliance with standards set by HCD.
• Liaise and negotiate with different stakeholders including local authorities, regulatory bodies, highways authorities and reps of host community.
• Perform other duties as required or as assigned.

Requirements

• B.Sc / HND qualification in a relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in operations management
• Knowledge of fleet management is an added advantage
• Good communication skills (writing & speaking)
• Able to deliver positive results under pressure and manage difficult situations.
• Customer-centric skills.
• Proactive and team player.
• Knowledge of fleet management is an added advantage.
• Proficient in the use of modern technology and relevant Microsoft Office tools.