Fleet Manager job description

About the job

We are looking for a fleet manager to run the organization's vehicles and drivers, from maintenance, fuel and registration to tracking and safety, so vehicles stay available and safe at the lowest cost.

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage the vehicle fleet and allocate it to departments and sites as needed
• Set preventive maintenance programmes and follow them through with workshops
• Track fuel use, mileage and the running cost of each vehicle
• Keep vehicle registration, insurance and roadworthiness tests up to date
• Run vehicle tracking (GPS) and monitor speeds and routes
• Manage drivers, train them in safe driving and follow up traffic fines and accidents
• Plan long trips to desert sites and their safety arrangements
• Plan fleet renewal and the purchase or lease of vehicles

Working conditions

• Travel between cities and sites to check on vehicles

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, logistics or business administration
• At least 6 years of experience in vehicle fleet management, including at least 2 years leading a team

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Fleet management
• Preventive maintenance
• Vehicle tracking systems
• Journey management
• Cost control
• Road safety
• Excel
• Leadership

Preferred

• Experience with oil sector or transport company fleets
• Knowledge of oil industry journey management standards
• Technical knowledge of heavy vehicle maintenance