Job description

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL VACANCY

Logistics Officer (Fleet & Transport)

Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Employment Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 25 September 2026

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so this role may close on or before the closing date.

Early applications are encouraged.

BGS is looking for a Logistics Officer to keep our vehicles, drivers and logistics support running safely, compliantly and cost-effectively across our field, regional, technical and commercial operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Transport & fleet operations: Coordinate daily transport for staff, equipment and field teams. Manage vehicle allocation, trip scheduling, drivers and third-party transport providers, including urgent call-outs.
• Asset registry & records: Maintain an accurate vehicle and logistics asset register and individual vehicle files. Run periodic physical verifications and reconcile them to the register.
• Procurement & disposal: Support vehicle acquisition from specification and quotations through to delivery, registration and handover. Coordinate approved disposals and replacements.
• Maintenance & repairs: Build and manage preventive maintenance schedules, work with approved workshops, review quotations and invoices, and minimise downtime.
• Compliance & safety: Track licences, insurance and inspections. Support incident investigations and insurance claims. Promote safe driving and control over vehicle keys and documents.
• Fuel & cost control: Monitor fuel usage against mileage, investigate variances, and report on fleet operating costs and budgets.
• Supplier & regional support: Manage logistics suppliers against agreed service levels and support regional teams with consistent fleet and transport controls.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport Management, Business Administration, Operations Management or a related field (a professional qualification in logistics, supply chain or fleet management is an advantage)
• 3–5 years’ experience in logistics, fleet, transport, facilities or operations administration, preferably in a field-based or multi-site environment
• Hands-on experience with vehicle records, maintenance schedules, suppliers, insurance, licensing and statutory compliance
• Experience working with budgets, quotations, purchase orders and invoices
• Strong Excel/MS Office and reporting skills (ERP, fleet or asset-management system experience is a plus)
• A valid driver’s licence and a practical understanding of vehicle operations and maintenance
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to urgent operational needs
• High integrity and sound judgement when handling company assets and suppliers

HOW TO APPLY

Email your CV and a brief cover letter to careers@bgsgroup.co.zm with the subject line “Logistics Officer – [Your Name]” by 25 September 2026.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

This vacancy is open to both internal and external candidates.

BGS is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.