urgent vacancy for maintenance officer in logistics firm

A logistics company was incorporated in the year 2004 as a limited liability company; it had started its operations since the year 2003.The Company currently provides haulage services for blue chip companies. The Logistics solutions seek not only to improve the operational efficiency of the organizations, but to anticipate client's needs with a view to proffer proactive solutions that drive ongoing Excellence. Our speed, knack for problem solving and unmatched level of customer service has given us thriving clients.
We are currently in need of Maintenance officers
Responsibilities:
Work with the Logistics Manager to design a suitably staffed and equipped transport function to support the company’s truck operations and policies.

• Implement and direct company’s standard policies and procedures, with particular attention to safety and security issues.
• Manage and be accountable for the fleet, ordering and inventory management of all truck-related parts and consumables, including fuel.
• Evaluate, manage and monitor drivers. Supervision of company’s mechanics and general management of truck spare part stores and garage
• Focal point for all purchases in transport department. Raising PRs for vehicles spare parts and vehicle repairs.
• Manage the truck pool. Ensure that appropriate communications equipment is installed and functioning in company’s truck to meet the operational and security requirements.
• Ensure the correct and timely routine maintenance and repair of vehicles and generators.
• Ensure that all trucks carry the required on-board documentation and that all documents are kept current (including insurance).
• Carry out regular training to all drivers on basic vehicle mechanic skills, daily vehicle inspection, drills on safety driving, defensive driving, etc.
• Ensure all trucks are properly cleaned on daily basis. Prepare weekly and monthly report on transport department and discuss with Logistics Manager.

• Signing on vehicle fuel forms for refuelling and keeping accurate record and monitoring system on fuel consumption. Work with the Logistics Manager to ensure that trucks are prepared for routine and emergency security requirements. Ensure that all vehicles are secure when not in use.

Expected Deliverables:

• Provide on-time, standard monthly reports to the Logistics Manager, including fuel consumption report, maintenance report and any other reports requested by Supervisor.
• Well maintained fleet and good filing system for all vehicles.
• Generate and / or maintain comprehensive price list for spare parts.
• Maintain full and accurate inventory records for warehouses, assets and furniture.
• Undertake (documented) monthly and ad-hoc physical inventory checks.
• Conduct documented quarterly job performance reviews of the technician staff, providing appropriate feedback.

• Personal Characteristics:

• Strong sense of personal integrity.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor degree in a Mechanical Engineering.
• supply chain / logistics qualifications highly desirable

Job Requirements:
Two years experience in diesel Engine maintenance with good Knowledge of Mack Truck (CH & R model) and Iveco

• Mechanical background is a plus
• Good mathematical skills.
• Competent use of PC especially spreadsheets

All qualify candidates should send their application and CV to: [email protected]