Transport Officer
Other Jobs Information
Job Category
Other Jobs
Job Type
Permanent/Full Time
Working Experience
1 - 3 Years
Education Level
First Degree
Industry
Travel Jobs
Salary Range
Not Specified
Qualifications
Required Qualifications & Skills
• Should have a degree/HND in mechanical and logistics management or similar from any recognized institution
• Should have at least 1 year of progressively responsible experience in motor vehicle transport operations management, especially with experience in mechanical engineering, transport and/or logistics management.
COMPETENCIES
• Should have the ability to assess potential mechanical problems and advise on preventive maintenance and repair procedures.
• Should have the ability to drive light vehicles; medium and large vehicles.
• Should have the ability to review alternative options and select most effective and cost-efficient mode of transport in various contexts and circumstances.
• Should have the ability to provide leadership to transport and mechanical staff.
• Should have strong negotiating skills and ability to influence others to reach consensus.
• Good computer skills, with experience working in Word and Excel is required.
• Should possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Should have the ability to demonstrate creative approaches to problem solving.
• Should have high energy level and multi-tasking skills.
• Should have the ability to work in and promote a team environment/concept.
Application Deadline
2020-05-27
Description
Duties and Responsibilities
General & Administrative
- Supervise drivers, mechanics, electricians and rental or temporary drivers.
- Maintain a box filing system for each vehicle that stores all information (vehicle purchase, insurance & registration documents along with all interventions on the vehicle which will include servicing/repairs and accidents reports, log sheets and other relevant documents.
- Oversee the work of the mechanic/driver, ensuring monthly repair and travel plans are developed and adhered to.
- Compile the monthly/quarterly fuel and gas duty free reports.
- Ensure drivers have an up-to-date and proper license.
- Oversee recruitment of new drivers and testing of driver candidates in traffic rules, signage, signaling, and practical driving.
- Submit regular and comprehensive monthly reports to the supervisor on vehicle movements and problems.
Transport and Fleet Management
- Implementation of Transport policy approved by management.
- Ensure observance of road safety standards; ensure project vehicles are used in accordance with established rules and regulations and that vehicle usage data is correctly recorded.
- Propose improvements in the existing transport processes, systems and tools.
- Track vehicle and fuel usage and consumption rates; ensure that potential problems or fuel misuse is raised to management.
- Maintain daily duty rosters of drivers and dispatch vehicles daily.
- Prepare weekly schedules for drivers/operators.
- Track vehicle registration and insurance and work with procurement to ensure these are always renewed in a timely manner.
- Discuss problems with logs with drivers and train new drivers on how to properly fill in vehicle logs.
Fleet Maintenance and Servicing
- Maintain proper inventory of all components of vehicles, making sure they are maintained and checked frequently.
- Ensure the maintenance, oiling and servicing schedule of the vehicles is followed.
- Track repairs and costs as part of monitoring and overseeing the repair processes.
- Prepare services requisitions for repair and maintenance at the appropriate garages.
- Maintain good working relationships with venders of vehicle services and parts and liaise with them regularly on vehicle repairs to ensure repairs are appropriate and done thoroughly.
Location Information
Location
Accra Central
Region
Greater Accra
Street Address
Accra