A leading group of schools looking for highly organized, self-motivated and experienced team members to fill the above vacant position.
Job Summary
Reporting to the CFO and the CEO, the job holder will be managing the profitability of the School’s transport department through sound management by analyzing the School’s fleet profitability per vehicle; maintaining and managing Key Performance Indicators in the transport department consisting of safety records, kilometers travelled against the fuel consumed and the vehicles availability for scheduled picking and dropping of pupils, fleet maintenance, statutory compliance, staff training etc.
Key Skills
Outstanding organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good analytical and coordinating skills
Must be a good team leader, with great leadership skills
Good in time management
Minimum Requirements
Diploma in Logistics and Transport Management or any related field
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in managing large fleets / logistics preferably in a school.
Basic knowledge of computer applications
At least 2 years driving experience with a valid driving license
Responsibilities
Assisting in the recruitment of quality drivers in the School’s transport department.
Developing efficient driver schedules.
Managing drivers so that they adhere to strict schedules whilst instilling the rules of safety and security in drivers.
Ensuring that all school vehicles are properly registered, licensed and comply with statutory requirements
Ensure that the School fleet is maintained to the level that meets more than statutory requirements.
Maintaining detailed records of vehicle servicing and inspection, ensuring that all school buses and vans are serviced and inspections are done on time
Scheduling regular vehicle maintenance to ensure operational efficiency and minimize downtime
Monitoring driver behavior and ensuring high level of customer service
Participate in sourcing and purchasing of new school bus / van
Oversee the sale and/or auction of used vehicles as at when due
Regularly report expenses and performances of the fleet to the management of the company
Draw up a budget of the company’s fleet management department and present it to the management for further analysis and approval
Take preventive measures to ensure the safety of vehicle’s and drivers too
Take part in different workshops, staff trainings and or programs to keep up with new trends in the industry
Monitor fuel purchases
Manage the fleet of vehicles to ensure Zero accidents, fuel efficiency and proper general maintenance.
Maintain all reports and documentation required or requested by the department head.
Perform other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Required education
Required relevant work experience
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