VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 

DSM Corridor Group Co. Ltd, founded in 2004, specializes in logistics and cargo handling. In line with our ongoing growth and dedication to excellence, the Chief Executive Officer is pleased to announce an opening for a qualified Tanzanian professionals to become part of our team.

 

FLEET SUPERVISOR – 2 POSITIONS

Report To: Fleet Manager

The Candidate Duties and responsibilities (includes but not limited to):

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• Assist in managing proper vehicle scheduling and dispatch, efficient asset utilization and route planning, vehicle inspection and maintenance, real-time vehicle location tracking, vehicle performance monitoring, record keeping and improvement.

• Assist in monitoring, correcting, and improving driving behaviors and operations, mentoring and coaching drivers, assisting in the recruitment, discipline, evaluating drivers’ performance, setting driving schedules with fleet manager in coordination with the operations requirements.

•  Assist in tracking driver attendance, health and other statuses, ensuring drivers adherence to DCG policies and applicable government labor laws and transport regulations.

• Assist in providing route and operations information and technologies, maintaining constant communication with technical Manager, Fleet Manager, drivers and operators and the operations team.

•  Reports to fleet managers on issues and bottlenecks detected in fleet operations, fleet’s performance and expenses, budgets and major purchases, costs of fleet operations.

• Assist in planning and setting fleet-level targets, coordinate with other department the training drivers and operators on risk management protocols, safety standards, over-speeding, excessive idling, over-staying, trucks turn around and more.

• Assist on the oversee and schedule vehicle inspection, maintenance, and servicing to minimize downtime, maintain all vehicle information and inspection records, develop functional, profit – maximizing driver and operator schedules and routes, ensure that drives and operators follow their designated working hours.

• Helps on reducing unnecessary expenses and increase fuel efficiency, secure the fleet’s compliance with applicable regulations, guarantee excellent fleet service, analyze fleet performance data and improve accordingly, report fleet performance and finances to fleet Manager.

• Participate in daily inspection of company equipment as much as reasonably possible. Ensure all company equipment are inspected and necessary maintenance are made before dispatching equipment from DCG yard, submit the summary report of the inspections to the fleet Manager and Workshop Manager on daily basis.

• Report all major and minor issues immediately to the fleet manager on breakdowns, damages to property and/or equipment, lost or missing parts of any equipment verbally and in writing, and other issues affecting the day-to-day productivity of all equipment and follow up on the progress.

• Ensure maintenance records for equipment’s are accurate and up to date. Utilize and maintain the specified fleet management information system AFRITRACK System to effectively monitor and report on the fleet program.

• Work collaboratively to contribute to supporting the achievement of the Technical Department and organization’s business goals.

• Manage and monitor whereabouts of equipment and make reports as required day-to-day operations of vehicles, trailers and equipment.

• Assist in preparing reports that details fleet inventor, maintenance, costs, performance and efficiencies to fleet Manager on weekly basis.

• Ensure and collaborate with IMS (ISO9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO45001:2018) is implemented actively: SOP’s process flows and related documents are up to date and adhered to by the staff.  

• Provide advice and share knowledge and information to work team members on fleet and technical issues.

• Take any tasks or projects that will benefit the company’s operations and growth, especially those related to Technical Department.

• Requirements for a Fleet Supervisor:

• Candidate must hold Advanced Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field.

• Additional certificate in fleet management or defensive driving will be an added advantage.

• Not less than 3 years of experience in fleet supervision, logistics or transport management in logistics company.

• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance schedules and compliance with transport regulations.

• Problem solving and decision making.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Computer skills.

• Remuneration.

• A competitive package with statutory benefits as per the law. The contract is for two (2) years, renewable upon successful performance.

• General Conditions for the Application

• Applications should be submitted in person at the reception desk of DSM Corridor Group Headquarters, Plot No. 2A Bandari Road, Kurasini, or via email at career@dsmcorridor.co.tz  Successful candidates may be required to undergo security clearance, competency assessments, physical capability evaluations, and reference checks. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit applications by 21st February 2025