Logistics Feet Officer at White Soul Group

Our company, a leading logistics firm is looking to hire Logistics Fleet Officers at our Enugu/Calabar locations who would assist in the recruitment of quality drivers into the fleet, achievement of turnaround time, maintaining detailed records of vehicle servicing and inspection and scheduling regular vehicle maintenance to ensure operational efficiency, among other duties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

• Oversee assigned fleet’s operations and make direct reports to the Fleet Coordinator on fleet performance and other operational requirements
• Route surveys and planning in conjunction with the Operations Manager
• Monitor and report daily trucks turn-around time
• Direct activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking vehicles
• Direct investigations to verify and resolve all  complaints relating to fleet management or drivers conduct
• Obtain and maintain annual inspections certification by regulatory authorities or in line with contractual obligations from clients
• Obtain and maintain all truck licensing, registrations and permits
• Oversee proper use of fuel/diesel rations; maintain log and account for fuel/diesel and oil storage tanks
• Develop strategies for greater fuel efficiency.
• Coordinate daily pre-trip and post-trip truck inspections
• Contribute in the decision making regarding lease and purchase of vehicles.
• Utilize GPS systems in conjunction with tracking unit to monitor drivers and track vehicles at all locations daily and in case of theft.
• Conduct, in conjunction with the tracking unit, proper tracking of drivers in transit to ensure prompt and target time of delivery
• Take prompt inventory of truck at the site of an accident or incident and document properly
• Ensure prompt handling and coordination of rescue operations of company’s vehicles, personnel and goods, whenever the need arises
• Recommend cost cutting strategies in order to maximize profits.
• Ensure compliance with Federal transport laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain efficient schedules for drivers and motor mates to ensure that such personnel are available at all times.
• Conduct regular safety/fleet meetings with drivers, in conjunction with the safety team
• Make and advise recommendations to HR Department, through the Head of Operations, on training, annual leave or off-days, scheduling, reprimanding, hiring, and termination of recalcitrant drivers, maintenance staff, etc
• Conduct pre-employment assessment of drivers and submit report on performance to the Fleet Coordinator
• Develop, maintain and ensure adherence to disciplinary procedures and drivers’ orientation program and administering disciplinary measures to non-compliant drivers.
• Assist the HR unit in the recruitment of quality drivers into the fleet.
• Managing drivers so they adhere to strict schedules.
• Training and re-training of the drivers (and motor mates) for efficiency
• Regularly holding meeting with the drivers (and motor mates) (except those on           official assignment) to discuss and ensure the smooth operations and the actualization of the goals of the company
• Observe drivers and motor mates behaviors and actions within and outside the company premises and make necessary recommendations as regards fitness for purpose
• Constantly monitor the tracking report and follow up with drivers on issues raised and send updated report on issues resolution.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized tertiary institution
• M.Sc. in Transport or Logistics is an added advantage
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in supply chain management, including, haulage, logistics, and fleet management and customer service operations