Job Title: Fleet Officer
Organisation: FIG Consult Limited
Duty Station: Namanve, Uganda
About US:
FIG Consult Limited
is a leading Human Resource Consultancy. They are recruiting on behalf of a
valuable client, a company based in Namanve with a fleet of over 50 trucks.
Job Summary: The Fleet Officer will be responsible for
managing a fleet of delivery trucks for our client, maintaining detailed
records of vehicles and scheduling the drivers to transport goods in a proper
and timely manner that will ensure operational efficiency.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
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Tasked with
developing efficient driver schedules to maximize profits.
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Managing
50 drivers so they adhere to strict schedules.
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Registering
and licensing all vehicles under their management.
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The Fleet
officer will also collect all invoices from the drivers upon return and
reconcile with management
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Tracking
driver routes to ensure all goods are delivered by the trucks in time
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Finding
ways to cut costs and maximize profits.
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Developing
strategies for greater fuel efficiency.
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Maintaining
detailed records of vehicle servicing and inspection.
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Ensure all
drivers comply with the Uganda Transport laws and regulations.
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Tasked with
scheduling regular vehicle maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.
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Ensuring
strict servicing and maintenance times to minimize downtime and maintain
schedules.
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Monitoring
driver behavior and ensuring a high level of customer service.
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Analyzing
data to increase business operational efficiency.
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Utilizing
systems to monitor drivers and track vehicles in case of theft.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
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The ideal
candidate must hold a Degree in Logistics or Accounting.
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Two years
of experience in a fleet management role.
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Records management
skills and experience
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Experience
in managing a fleet of drivers is desirable
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Experience
in the transportation industry i.e. a logistics company is desire
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Outstanding
organizational skills.
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Basic
book keeping skills
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Analytical
mindset and good problem-solving skills.
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Quantitative
ability.
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Time
management skills
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Attention
to detail.
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Exceptional
interpersonal skills.
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Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
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Fluency
in English and Luganda
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Good computer
skills is an added advantage
How to Apply:
All candidates
should send their updated CVs and cover letters to [email protected] with the
subject line “Fleet Officer.”
Deadline: 29th April 2019
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