Current Recruitment Opportunity for Fleet Officer at White Soul Motors Limited

White Soul Motors Limited is a subsidiary of White Soul Investment Limited, a company incorporated under the Company and Allied Matters Act, I997. We are a leading player in automobile sales industry, providing accessible and affordable vehicles and maintenance services tailored to meet specific requirements. White Soul Motors is enriched with track record of 19 years operational license. Our core business areas are centered in importation, distribution, and Sales and Marketing Automobiles in Nigeria. The company operating standards have always been at par with global industrial standards and meet requirement of all sectors. The organization is led by a strong leadership team, familiar with international best practices, qualified in providing services to several blue chip organizations with the aim geared towards exceeding customer expectations. The efforts of the management overtime have expanded the business presence beyond Nigeria and now in the United States of America with excellent partner’s across the country. In White soul motors Ltd, we ensure prompt, reliable and timely with delivery of services to our customers. Whatever your needs are, we are poised to meeting them effectively. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Fleet Officer Locations: Cross River, Lagos and Ogun

Responsibilities
Fleet Operation:

• Oversee assigned fleet’s operations and make direct reports to the Fleet Coordinator on fleet performance and other operational requirements
• Route surveys and planning in conjunction with the Operations Manager
• Monitor and report daily trucks turn-around time
• Direct activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking vehicles
• Obtain and maintain annual inspections certification by regulatory authorities or in line with contractual obligations from clients
• Obtain and maintain all truck licensing, registrations and permits
• Oversee proper use of fuel/diesel rations; maintain log and account for fuel/diesel and oil storage tanks
• Contribute in the decision making regarding lease and purchase of vehicles
• Utilize GPS systems in conjunction with tracking unit to monitor drivers and track vehicles at all locations daily and in case of theft.
• Conduct, in conjunction with the tracking unit, proper tracking of drivers in transit to ensure prompt and target time of delivery
• Utilize GPS systems in conjunction with tracking unit to monitor drivers and track vehicles at all locations daily and in case of theft.
• Ensure compliance with Federal transport laws and regulations.

Driver Management:

• Develop and maintain efficient schedules for drivers and motor mates to ensure that such personnel are available at all times.
• Conduct regular safety/fleet meetings with drivers, in conjunction with the safety team
• Make and advise recommendations to HR Department, through the Head of Operations, on training, annual leave or off-days, scheduling, reprimanding, hiring, and termination of recalcitrant drivers, maintenance staff,  etc.
• Conduct pre-employment assessment of drivers and submit report on performance to the Fleet Coordinator
• Develop, maintain and ensure adherence to disciplinary procedures and drivers’ orientation program and administering disciplinary measures to non-compliant drivers
• Training and re-training of the drivers (and motor mates) for efficiency
• Regularly holding meeting with the drivers (and motor mates) (except those on official assignment) to discuss and ensure the smooth operations and the actualization of the goals of the company
• Observe drivers and motor mates behaviors and actions within and outside the company premises and make necessary recommendations as regards fitness for purpose
• Constantly monitor the tracking report and follow up with drivers on issues raised and send updated report on issues resolution

Maintenance:

• Ensuring strict servicing and maintenance timelines to minimize downtime and maintain schedules
• Maintain detailed records of vehicles’ servicing and inspection.
• Oversee proper maintenance of parts and other consumables’ inventory
• Work closely with the maintenance team to schedule and oversee fleet maintenance and repairs
• Plan, organize and manage the work of maintenance teams to ensure that the all maintenance work is accomplished on schedule
• Ensure that worn or damaged parts are promptly replaced and trucks are in good working condition at all times before embarking on journey
• Researching required parts availability and costing
• Must sign and/or countersign all forms, checklists and other documents necessary and relevant to be signed by his office

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized tertiary institution
• M.S. in Transportation, Logistics or Supply Chain is an added advantage
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in supply chain management, including, haulage, logistics, fleet management and customer service operations
• Ability to accurately calculate load arrival times and other performance parameters
• Complete and up-to-date knowledge of Federal and State transportation regulations
• Ability to develop and maintain an accurate record-keeping system
• Ability to differentiate driver issues, decipher problems versus complaints and proffer relevant solutions
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Tools.

Application Closing Date
19th September, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@whitesoulgroup.org using the Job Title as the subject of email.