Technical Manager at Protege Professionals

Professional Summary

• The Technical Manager is saddled with the challenging task managing the tracking unit/department of our company with dynamic cliental base.
• He must be adapted to implementing operation procedures and identifying safety risks. Focused must be on applying operation knowledge of vehicle tracking installation, maintenance problem solving and adhering to industry regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify technical resource and equipment requirements, efficient capacity planning and manage availability of working tools. Responsible for the acquisition, maintenance and Fleet management procedures and policies
• Able to make quick decisions and solve technical problems to provide an efficient environment for project implementation.
• Work with Project Manager to match resources to available jobs based on skill sets, previous experience & geographical location.
• Manage team communication. Conduct regular team meetings and track project progress.
• Must ensure teams follow the correct procedures, policies and documentation requirements across project phases.
• Able to guide the team through the development, testing and implementation stages and review the completed work effectively.
• Responsible for ensuring all technical knowledge, processes, and procedures are developed, and updated.
• Provide direction and technical expertise in design, development and systems integration.
• Provide line management for field delivery and technical solution resources. Conducts periodic performance reviews of team members and identify areas of improvement.
• Provide direction and technical expertise development. Ensure standard operating procedures and project guidelines are in place. Must ensure teams follow the correct procedures, policies and documentation requirements across project phases.
• Provide technical assessment and support during recruitment of technical hires.
• Provide high level technical support. Able to make quick decisions and solve technical problems.
• Supporting project managers with task allocation and resource coordination.

Job Requirements

• B.Sc /HND in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Information Systems.
• 8 years cognate experience from reputable tracking/fleet management company
• COREN or any relevant professional certification.
• Strong Adaptation at common vehicle maintenance procedures
• Ability to use reporting and data tracking software
• Skilled at identifying and resolving maintenance problems
• Especially adept at cost-effective preventative maintenance measures
• Extensive written and oral communications skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Good motivational and leadership qualities
• The ability to meet targets
• Management of all operational tools.
• Strong understanding of vehicle tracking specification(s), installation, configuration

Behavioural Competencies:

• Proficient in handling the most complex of technical development concepts, excellent knowledge of metering technology, energy management, ICT systems and alternative power solutions.
• An appreciation of customer expectations with a customer-oriented approach to results and Project Management Skills.
• Experience in troubleshooting, solutions design and development and the ability to understand and adapt client requirements into product solutions development and delivery.
• Must be able to provide high level technical support. Able to make quick decisions and solve technical problems.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Project.

Compensation
An attractive package comprising a fixed and performance productivity pay.