Job Description
Job Purpose
- The fleet maintenance supervisor plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operations and maintenance of the company's fleet of vehicles. This position is responsible for overseeing vehicle maintenance, coordinating job requests, among other duties, to ensure the company’s fleet is efficient and cost-effective.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate records related to fleet operations, including vehicle maintenance,fuel consumption, and cost tracking.
- Schedule and conduct regular visits to client locations to assess and review on-site driver and vehicle activities.
- Handle all vehicle complaints received from drivers, prompt assessment and repair.
- Ensure timely completion of repairs, making vehicles rental-ready to minimise downtime.
- Ensure the availability of standby vehicles in case of breakdown to cover the repair
- Period and arrange for the return of such vehicles once repairs are completed and approved.
- Request necessary vehicle accessories and follow up with the Admin team to ensure the purchase of requested items.
- Report all vehicle incidents and accidents to the appropriate channels, maintaining accurate records for review and analysis.
- Participate in periodic driver training sessions to enhance driver skills and safety.
- Efficiently manage the float inventory of the maintenance unit, including requesting and disbursing resources as required.
- Prepare vehicles for scheduled maintenance and servicing to ensure optimal performance and roadworthiness.
- Undertake other assignments and responsibilities delegated by the Head of Department,Supervisor, or the management team as needed.
Qualifications and Experience:
- B.Sc./B.E.ng/HND
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in Fleet maintenance management role.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good entrepreneurial skills
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Good coaching/mentoring Skills