(Re-Advertised) Fleet Operations Supervisor (X2)

Job description

Huachen International (Cosmoslink) Limited seeks to employ Fleet Operations Supervisors in the Operations Department to join our growing team.

POSITION: Fleet Operations Supervisor (X2)

DEPARTMENT: Operations

LOCATION: Ndola

JOB PURPOSE

To oversee and manage day-to-day cross-border (Zambia-DRC-Tanzania) fleet movements and operations through staff and driver supervision.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Supervise and coordinate daily transport and fleet operations.

2.    Monitor truck movements transporting dry cargo into and out of DRC and Tanzania; supervise dispatches, deliveries and turnaround times.

3.    Supervise drivers, driver assistants and other operational staff.

4.    Ensure all trucks have valid and required documentation before dispatch.

5.    Monitor driver performance, discipline, attendance and compliance with company procedures.

6.    Coordinate with Fleet Managers regarding truck availability, breakdowns and maintenance.

7.    Monitor fuel usage, trip expenses and driver funds.

8.    Ensure proper completion and submission of trip documents, PODs, vouchers and reports.

9.    Handle operational challenges and provide timely solutions.

10. Maintain effective communication with clients and other stakeholders.

11. Ensure compliance with company SOPs, safety requirements and transport regulations.

12. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly operational reports.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1.    Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field.

1.    At least 2–3 years of experience as a fleet officer, fleet supervisor or fleet manager.

2.    Must be experienced with DRC, Zambia and Tanzania routes, including all required documentation, border and toll fees, and clearance procedures.

3.    Must have hands-on experience working with cross-border fleet transportation into DRC and Tanzania, including supervising drivers and operational teams.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1.    Must be a resident in Ndola, Kitwe or the Copperbelt.

2.    Membership with Zambia Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (ZCILT) will be an added advantage.

3.    Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel and Word.

4.    Strong leadership and communication skills.

5.    Good planning and coordination abilities.

6.    Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

7.    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

8.    High level of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.

9.    Ability to manage and motivate a team.

NOTE. All interviews shall be conducted in-person at our Sakania Office in Ndola. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

GROSS SALARY: ZMW8,000.00 TO ZMW10,000.00 PER MONTH.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should send Applications letters, CVs and qualifications with at least Three (3) traceable references as a single PDF document to hr2@huachen-zam.com. Indicate the position for the job applied for in the subject line of your email.