Transport Officer at Ama-Zuma Group

Job Description

• Directing activities related to dispatching, routing and tracking transportation trucks.
• Perform checks of all vehicles to ensure that they are in working condition.
• Keep logs regarding the total distance which is traveled by the vehicles
• Allot, monitor and over see all the responsibilities assigned to drivers, mechanics etc
• Supervise drivers and ensure that resources are used to maximum productivity.
• Prepare cost estimates of vehicle, spare parts, equipment and manpower.
• Supervise the development and maintenance of the company's transport safety policies, maintenance rules/regulations
• Supervise drivers' tests and maintain all records of testing and license
• Ensure that all trucks are complaint with legal regulatory and contractual requirements and where necessary escalating any identified issues and recommending resolution to the management.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to find ways to reduce downtime due to repairs or lack of routine maintenance.
• Monitor fuel purchases by administering fuel vouchers for all trucks to their respective drivers and ensuring compliance by regular visits to partner fuel stations.
• Issuing and collection of waybills

Requirements

• OND / HND in Mechanic Engineering or B.Sc in Business Administration, Transport Management, or other related fields.
• Minimum of 3 years progressive relevant experience in transport operations
• Must have technical knowledge of heavy-duty vehicles
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent inventory management skills
• Reliable and able to work under pressure