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Job Purpose: The Fleet and Workshop Operations Manager will oversee both electrical and mechanical vehicle repairs and maintenance while ensuring that high-quality service is delivered efficiently. This role also includes managing warehouse operations, optimizing inventory, ensuring safety and logistics, and coordinating staff to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

 

Job Description:

Fleet and Cooler Management:

· Maintain electronic databases for vehicle and cooler registrations, inspections, and maintenance.

· Manage all vehicles, coolers, workshop, and garage facilities.

· Ensure fleet and coolers availability by scheduling, forecasting, and surveying current user trends.

· Oversee routine maintenance, obtain tags for new vehicles and coolers, and renew expired ones.

Compliance and Standards:

· Develop and implement operational standards to maintain vehicles by advocating for industry best practices.

· Monitor and ensure operations comply with local and state regulations.

· Perform vehicle and cooler registration, insurance, and other formalities related to the induction of new vehicles into the existing fleet.

Data Management, Reporting, & Budgeting:

· Maintain and monitor a data management system to organize fleets and coolers according to various schedules and requests.

· Streamline and monitor the fuel purchase system using fuel cards for all vehicles and drivers.

· Develop and manage the annual budget effectively, ensuring alignment with organizational financial goals.

Collaboration and Maintenance:

· Work closely with the maintenance team to minimize downtime caused by repairs or lack of routine maintenance.

· Participate in various workshops and educational programs to stay informed of industry best practices.

· Oversee the diagnosis and repair of electrical and mechanical vehicle systems, including engines, transmissions, braking systems, wiring, batteries, alternators, and sensors.

Meetings and Additional Tasks:

· Attend and contribute to necessary meetings.

· Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

· Conduct staff management duties, including performance reviews.

Key Deliverables:

· Achieve 95% fleet availability quarterly.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic databases for vehicle and cooler registrations and inspections.

· Ensure 100% compliance with local and state regulations during annual audits.

· Implement best practices within 60 days and review their effectiveness quarterly.

· Establish an efficient data management system, with updates every month.

· Finalize the annual budget by the end of Q4, with ongoing monthly financial reviews.

· Review and report cost performance against the monthly budget.

· Reduce vehicle downtime by 20% within six months through improved maintenance collaboration.

· Attend at least two workshops or training sessions per year to stay updated on industry practices.

· Attend all scheduled operational meetings, submitting summary reports within 24 hours.

· Conduct bi-annual performance reviews and create individualized improvement plans within one month of the review.

Academic & Professional Qualifications:

· Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

· Additional certifications in fleet management are a plus.

· Relevant Work Experience: 3-5 years in automotive electrical repair and a supervisory role.

Relevant Knowledge, Skills, & Experience:

· Leadership Experience: Proven ability to manage teams and operations.

· Technical Skills: Proficiency in fleet management software and telematics systems.

· Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data for operational efficiency and cost management.

· Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication for effective interaction with staff and vendors.

· Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems, diagnostics, and specialized tools.

Personal Attributes:

· Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in work.

· Energetic, positive, and confident with a managerial presence.

· Meticulous attention to detail.

· Receptive to feedback for continuous improvement.

· Ability to form strong working relationships at all organizational levels.

Working Conditions:

Full-time role.

Private or shared office space.

Benefits & Allowances:

Sim card

Housing

Electricity

Water

Internet

Biannual flight ticket

30 days of annual leave

Training Requirements:

Operational Management Training

Compliance and Safety Training

Frequency of Performance Appraisal:

Quarterly

 

If you are a skilled and experienced Fleet Manager looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, apply today!