Akintola Williams Deloitte, the oldest indigenous professional services firm in Nigeria and a member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL), is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Transportation Manager. Established in 1952, Deloitte has built a legacy of excellence and corporate responsibility, shaping society through outstanding client service. This is an exceptional opportunity for a logistics and transportation professional to make a meaningful impact within a prestigious organization.
Job Purpose
The Transportation Manager will lead, oversee, and optimize all transportation services within the organization. This vital role ensures the safe, efficient, and cost-effective transit of staff and patients while upholding rigorous service quality standards and regulatory compliance. If you possess exceptional organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills, alongside a deep commitment to safety and customer care, this position is for you.
Core Responsibilities
The selected candidate will drive excellence across three main areas:
1. Fleet Management- Supervise the acquisition, maintenance, and strategic disposal of the company's fleet of vehicles.
- Formulate and execute strict vehicle inspection and maintenance routines to guarantee safety and roadworthiness.
- Lead driver recruitment, onboarding, ongoing training, and performance assessments.
- Track fuel usage, introduce fuel-efficiency initiatives, and manage overall fuel expenditures.
- Deploy and leverage advanced vehicle tracking systems to supervise driver behavior, fuel economy, and vehicle locations.
- Design and refine transport routes to maximize efficiency and minimize transit times.
- Coordinate and dispatch vehicles seamlessly for staff commute, patient transit, and other institutional requirements.
- Collaborate closely with internal departments, including Human Resources, Nursing, and Patient Services, to align transportation schedules.
- Develop robust contingency plans for emergencies, natural disasters, or urgent medical situations.
- Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date transportation logs and administrative records.
- Create and coordinate comprehensive training modules focused on defensive driving, safety guidelines, and customer relations.
- Assess driver performance consistently and identify coaching opportunities.
- Enforce safety policies rigorously and address any transport-related incidents or accidents swiftly.
- Foster a proactive safety-first culture among all drivers and passengers.
Qualifications and Requirements
To succeed in this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline.
- Professional Certifications: Credentialing as a Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) or Certified Logistics Professional (CLP) is highly preferred.
- Experience: 5 to 7 years of solid professional experience in transportation management or a similar capacity.
Key Competencies and Personal Attributes
- Deep knowledge of local transportation laws, compliance policies, and risk management guidelines.
- Proficiency with GPS tracking platforms, fleet management software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to handle passenger concerns empathetically.
- A highly compassionate approach, with the ability to empathize with patients and their families.
- Strong alignment with the vision of the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE).
- Meticulous attention to detail, exceptional stress management, and a proactive, results-oriented attitude.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Deloitte on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply