Head of Haulage at Matrix Energy Group

The Head of Haulage provides strategic direction, leadership, and oversight for the Haulage Business Unit. The role ensures operational efficiency, profitability, safety compliance, asset optimization, and continuous improvement across all haulage operations.

Responsibilities include developing and executing strategic business plans; aligning haulage operations with Group strategy; providing data‑driven insights; formulating cost‑reduction and operational improvement strategies; and overseeing end‑to‑end haulage operations.

The role implements frameworks to optimize fleet performance, fuel management, route efficiency, and truck turnaround time. It champions automation initiatives and oversees preventive, corrective, and turnaround maintenance programs. Responsibilities also include managing the business unit budget, implementing cost‑optimization initiatives, reducing losses, and establishing fraud‑prevention controls.

The Head of Haulage leads compliance with operational permits, QHSE standards, safety training, and emergency response plans. The role provides leadership and mentorship to managers, drives high performance, updates SOPs and operational policies, manages haulage inventory, and coordinates chartering and 3PL operations.

It also manages stakeholder relationships, represents the unit in leadership meetings, prepares business performance reports, and drives continuous improvement using analytics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Engineering, or related field (Master’s/MBA preferred)
• 10–12 years experience in haulage, logistics, or fleet management, including at least 8 years in leadership
• Professional certifications (CILT, CILSCM) required
• Proven experience managing large‑scale fleet operations, especially in oil and gas or downstream
• Strong knowledge of logistics automation, route optimization, and asset management systems
• Strong leadership, analytical, financial management, and decision‑making capability
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence