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• Ensure efficient running of the transport
  operation and ensure that all cost, quality and performance targets are
  achieved. Maintaining transport KPI targets at 97% or higher.
• The incumbent will also ensure that a
  transport solution for the following day’s work is planned in a timely
  manner to meet the needs of the organization whilst ensuring that legal
  compliance is maintained and vehicle efficiency is maximised.
• Complete driver debriefs on their return
  and ensure that all paperwork and vehicle issues are dealt with
  appropriately.
• The Fleet Officer will generate clear and concise
  communication flows between drivers and staff concerning work expectations
  and route requirements.
• Ensure complete legal compliance and
  maintenance of high safety standards.
• Ensure that all vehicles are operated in
  compliance with current Road Transport Regulations.
• Ensure all vehicle service inspections are
  made well in advance, service schedules are adhered to and any issues that
  arise are communicated and dealt with appropriately. Deal with all defects
  immediately and record remedial action and ensure these are communicated
  appropriately.
• Maintain GOAL Health & Safety
  standards and ensure all staff training is up to date and legally
  compliant.
• Ensure that driver resource is planned in
  advance and appropriate cover made to utilise the fleet to its maximum
  capacity.
• The Fleet Officer will monitor costs and
  continually search for ways to improve quality and gain better value for
  money from other transport service providers.
• Verify all vehicle repairs and
  maintenance; including other transport invoices and deal with any issues
  before passing them to the Logistics Co-ordinator for authorisation.
• Supervise all drivers and mechanics and
  deal with any staff issues that arise in accordance with current GOAL HR
  Policy of employment and escalate to Logistics Co-ordinator as
  appropriate.
• Continually enhance and develop the
  transport operation in all areas. Advise on how changes in legislation
  could affect operations.
• Work closely with the warehouse team and
  other staff to ensure that all transport and logistics solutions are fully
  integrated and designed to improve customer service.
• Prepare and submit carefully analysed
  monthly reports in a timely manner. 

• The ideal candidate for the GOAL
  International Fleet Officer job placement should hold a Bachelor’s Degree
  in Logistics and Transport Management or related field; exceptionally,
  degree or qualification may be replaced by a minimum of 6 years’
  experience directly relevant to the post
• Possession of professional qualification
  or part completion of a professional qualification e.g. CILT (UK) is an
  added advantage
• At least three years’ previous experience
  as a fleet officer or logistician, preferably with an NGO; proven
  experience in fleet and office administration;
• Possess a valid driving license class DL
  with at least five years of driving experience;
• Well-developed database management skills
  particularly MS Access, data entry and spread sheet maintenance skills
  with experience in utilising MS office programs;
• Well organized and good planning skills;
• Ability to solve problems, take initiative
  and planning of tasks;
• Proven experience in delivering high level
  customer service in a fleet management environment;
• Broad knowledge and understanding of fleet
  policy and reporting requirements;
• Highly developed oral and written
  communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels;
• Excellent organisational and time
  management skills;
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and
  the ability to work in a team environment.
• A background in vehicle mechanics is
  desired

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