Transport Supervisor
Other Transport Jobs Information
Job Category
Other Transport Jobs
Job Type
Permanent/Full Time
Working Experience
3 - 5 Years
Education Level
Diploma
Industry
Engineering Jobs
Salary Range
Not Specified
Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
Diploma or Degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in transport or fleet supervision.
Strong knowledge of transport regulations, routing, and fleet maintenance.
Experience supervising drivers and managing transport operations.
Application Deadline
2026-10-10
Description
Department: Transport Dept
Reports To: Transport Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
1. Job Purpose
The Transport Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and supervising the company’s fleet operations to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective transportation of goods and personnel. The role ensures compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements while maintaining high operational efficiency.
2. Key Responsibilities
Fleet Management
- Oversee daily fleet operations, including scheduling, routing, and dispatching of vehicles.
- Monitor vehicle usage, fuel consumption, mileage, and maintenance schedules.
- Ensure all fleet records, logbooks, and vehicle documents are up to date.
Staff Supervision
- Supervise drivers and transport assistants, ensuring adherence to company procedures and performance standards.
- Conduct regular briefings, training, and performance reviews for drivers.
- Enforce disciplinary procedures when necessary in line with company policy.
Transport Coordination
- Plan and optimize delivery routes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Coordinate loading/offloading activities and ensure proper handling of goods.
- Liaise with warehouse and operations teams to ensure smooth workflow.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure all vehicles comply with DVLA regulations, road safety laws, and company safety protocols.
- Conduct regular inspections to ensure vehicles are in safe operating condition.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, or delivery delays and prepare relevant reports.
Reporting & Documentation
- Maintain accurate transport logs, fuel reports, maintenance reports, and incident records.
- Track KPIs such as fuel usage, fleet downtime, delivery times, and driver performance.
- Provide periodic updates to management with recommendations for improvement.
4. Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and people-management skills.
- Excellent planning, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle emergencies.
- Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of fleet management software is an added advantage.
- Strong understanding of safety standards and compliance requirements.
Location Information
Location
Tema
Region
Greater Accra
Street Address
Tema
info@businessghana.com

