Alexander George Consulting Services Limited - Our client, a group investment company with Head quarters in Lagos, Nigeria, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:
We currently require the services of a Fleet Operations Officers to join our fleet operations team and manage our fleet of over 150 trucks.
The aim of the Fleet Operations Officer is to provide effective support for the implementation of the supply chain policies and processes by participating in planning/coordinating the movement of customer products/materials to designated locations and ensuring the fleet and driver are adequately supervised and scheduled for operations.
The position is located in Lagos state and will be required to travel for short and long periods across the country
Responsibilities
Coordinate truck movements and activities, including loading activities (off-loading and on-loading) to ensure overall orderliness and efficiency of supply/haulage operations;
Ensure appropriate storage of incoming materials at designated facilities/locations;
Coordinate loading of products onto allocated trucks for dispatch to approved locations;
Ensure that all haulage/logistics activities comply with the company's Health, Safety, and Environment standards;
Coordinate efficient and timely loading of customers’ trucks with materials on an approved schedule basis;
Develop and submit reports of logistics activities and provide recommendations where necessary;
Ensure proper allocation of resources to drivers for haulage/supply operations;
Ensure all accident and related documents are collected on time;
Ensure timely allocation of trucks for scheduled pickups and drop-offs;
Ensure timely and efficient scheduling of fleet for maintenance and repairs;
Provide management with monthly reports on vehicle status & usage, fuel issued, servicing, etc;
Responsible for fleet operation tracking and reporting, including the creation of performance, efficiency, vehicle/equipment maintenance, and reports;
Ensure all drivers adhere to the company's logistical SOP and other policies;
Ensure all drivers understand and procure the licenses and permits they need to legally carry loads to destinations;
Find ways to reduce downtime due to repairs or lack of routine maintenance;
Ensure that all load paperwork associated with each run is accurate and submitted to the appropriate persons;
Maintain electronic databases of leases, sales, registration, inspections, and maintenance of fleet management;
Ensure fleet availability to meet all requests by scheduling, forecasting, and surveying current user trends;
Monitor and ensure fleet operation in compliance with local rules and regulations;
Monitor fleet in transit and record activities;
Provide required information and assistance to drivers in transit;
Manage the inventory of spares parts for vehicles, in coordination with the Operations Manager, in order to ensure an adequate supply of spares;
Conduct analysis of vehicle status and make recommendations for timely replacement, including the type of vehicles, spares, etc. in order to improve cost-efficiency;
Control transfer and movement of vehicles between project locations as required by operations and management;
Daily carry out fleet and driver management;
Perform any other duties assigned by the Operations Manager.
Qualifications / Requirements
A minimum of a Bachelor / HND
At least 3 years experience in a similar role/capacity;
Knowledge of the transportation industry in Nigeria, especially with haulage trucks;
Knowledge of supply chain trends and activities in the country;
Working knowledge of inventory management terminologies, methodologies, and approaches;
Basic knowledge of system-based inventory management systems;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Attention to detail and quality;
Willingness to learn, improve and adapt to changing requirements;
Basic knowledge of relevant supporting tools and technologies such as MS Excel, Project Management applications, etc.
Ability to travel on short notice and relocate for short/long periods of time;
Adequate knowledge of MS Office applications- PowerPoint, word, excel, etc;
Great communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts.
Benefits / Compensation
Competitive and attractive.
Application Closing Date
10th March, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letters to: [email protected] using the Position applying for as the subject of the email.