Fleet Manager at WIOCC Nigeria Limited | Jobs in Nigeria

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Fleet Manager

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Fleet Manager will oversee the management and maintenance of all vehicles used by our Field Engineers and other designated drivers across all WIOCC jurisdictions.
• The Fleet Manager will be responsible for creating, implementing and managing all fleet processes end-to-end to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.

Responsibilities

Fleet Management:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fleet management strategy and policies
• Oversee the acquisition, maintenance and disposal of fleet vehicles
• Ensure vehicles are maintained in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and company standards
• Coordinate with vendors for vehicle servicing, repairs and procurement of parts
• Ensure cost-effective negotiation of all vehicle repairs/maintenance quotations from vendors in line with procurement price guidance
• Manage and oversee fuel card management
• Manage third-party drivers

Operational Efficiency:

• Implement efficient processes for scheduling, dispatching and tracking vehicles
• Monitor and analyse fleet performance, including fuel consumption, insurance & licencing, vehicle utilisation and maintenance costs
• Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations related to fleet operations
• Develop and implement fleet policies and guidelines for company vehicle usage
• Operationalise the Pool Car Usage Guideline and ensure compliance by all employees
• Manage relationships with suppliers and service providers including negotiating contracts whilst ensuring service quality

Safety and Compliance:

• Develop and enforce safety protocols for vehicle operation and maintenance
• Conduct regular safety training sessions for Field Engineers and other company-designated drivers on safe driving practices and vehicle care
• Generate and maintain accurate records of vehicle inspections, incidents and accidents

Budget Management:

• Prepare and manage the fleet budget, ensuring cost-effective operations
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement measures to reduce operational expenses
• Generate reports on fleet expenses, including fuel, maintenance and repairs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fleet management or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of GPS tracking systems
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Familiarity with the regulatory environment related to fleet operations in Nigeria and South Africa is advantageous
• Meticulous attention to detail in managing the vehicle records, safety checks and compliance records

Minimum Experience & Skills:

• Client-focused, Identifying and rectifying data inconsistencies and errors within the organisation’s databases
• Conduct thorough data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and discrepancies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and rectification needs
• Develop and implement data rectification strategies, procedures and best practices
• Utilise data management tools and software to clean, validate and correct data
• Perform data audits to ensure data accuracy and adherence to quality standards
• Work closely with stakeholders to resolve data-related issues and provide timely updates
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of rectification activities, processes and outcomes.
• Monitor data quality metrics and generate reports to track progress and identify areas for improvement
• Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in data management techniques

Attributes:

• Client focused, relationship builder
• Integrity, honest with high ethical standards
• Boundless, passionate and flexible
• Personal excellence, accuracy and attention to detail
• Collaborative, achieve results through teamwork and partnerships
• Strong analytical skills and ability to collate and interpret data from various sources
• Excellent English language communicator with a natural aptitude for dealing with people
• Excellent network diagnostic and problem-solving skills.