Transport Supervisor

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Transport Supervisor

Location: Lagos

Main Functions

• Uses Fleet management systems (IVMS / telematics), Journey Management Systems, Maintenance tracking tools and Fuel monitoring systems.
• Systems & Controls
• Supervises daily transport operations across assigned location(s)
• Direct supervision of Drivers (company and contractor) and Dispatch support personnel.Typically manages 30–150+ personnel (direct/indirect)
• Responsible for daily dispatch coordination, fleet availability at point of use and execution of high-volume transport requests
• Oversees allocation and movement of Staff buses, Pool Cars and Operational vehicles (site logistics, field operation, dispatch etc.

Tasks and Responsibilities
Transport Operations Execution:

• Coordinate and supervise daily dispatch of vehicles in line with approved requests
• Validate journey plans and ensure full compliance before execution
• Monitor fleet positioning and availability in real time
• Resolve operational bottlenecks and escalate critical constraints.

Driver Supervision & Workforce Management:

• Enforce code of conduct and driving standards
• Monitor punctuality, attendance, and discipline
• Plan driver schedules, rotations, and shift coverage
• Conduct driver briefings, coaching, and performance follow-up
• Manage welfare matters to sustain industrial harmony.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Management:
Enforce strict compliance with:

• Defensive driving standards
• Speed and fatigue management policies
• Conduct regular:
• On-the-spot inspections
• Safety briefings
• Participate in accident/incident investigations and corrective action
• Follow-up Promote a “safety-first, zero incident” culture
• Journey management protocols
• Toolbox talks

Fleet Monitoring & Performance Control:

• Track downtime and ensure rapid turnaround
• Track driver behavior via telematics (speeding, harsh braking, route deviation)
• Support optimization of vehicle allocation and route planning.
• Monitor fleet utilization and identify inefficiencies

Maintenance & Asset Care:

• Ensure pre-trip and post-trip inspections are completed
• Liaise with workshops for preventive and corrective maintenance
• Flag recurring technical issues and recommend improvements.
• Monitor vehicle condition and roadworthiness

Fuel Management & Operational Cost Control:

• Monitor fuel issuance and consumption trends
• Support inventory control for fuel distribution.
• Promote fuel-efficient driving practices
• Detect anomalies, abuse, or inefficiencies

Reporting & Documentation:

• Escalate operational risks, safety issues, and performance gaps
• Carries out any other duties that may be assigned by the Hierarchy
• Maintain up-to-date records on:
  • Maintenance activities
  • Fuel consumption
  • Driver performance
  • Vehicle utilization
• Provide structured daily/weekly reports to Head of Transport

Accountabilties:

• Constant education and training of company drivers towards safe and defensive driving behaviour.
• Monitor and controls transport operations to ensure safety of personnel, assets, goods, and other road users.
• Manages fuel administration to ensure good and effective transportation operation and effective budget performance.
• Coordinates the activities of the company drivers to ensure peaceful industrial atmosphere in the district.
• Manages the supply, Installation and Maintenance of DIM (Driving Improvement & Monitoring System) and/or IVMS

HSE Objectives:

• Participate in all HSE committee meetings and all safety drills.
• Familiarize self with Company emergency procedures, carry out assigned responsibilities safely and report any incident, unsafe act or operation.

Job Requirements

• At least seven years’ experience in providing logistic related or general services in a large organization.
• HND / BSc in Transport Management, Logistics, Engineering or any Social/Management Sciences field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ work experience in Logistics, Engineering, or related field.
• Must be able to apply initiative and take decisions on the spot.
• Good administrator, organizational skill, Courteous, patient, detailed and sufficient capacity to manage pressure
• Relates with staff of different levels therefore must display good knowledge of company hierarchies.
• Good Computer skills.
• Capable of working with minimum supervision and good analytical skills.