Job Purpose:

To oversee the day-to-day operations, performance, and maintenance of the Tipper and Specialized Equipment fleet, ensuring efficient, safe, and cost-effective movement of materials and heavy loads between quarries, construction sites, and clients. The role ensures compliance with company procedures, optimizes asset utilization, and drives performance against key operational KPIs.

Key Responsibilities:

Fleet Operations Management (Tippers & Specialized Equipment)

• Plan, assign, and monitor all trips for tippers and specialized trucks (low beds, side loader, recovery truck).
• Ensure adherence to loading and offloading procedures, trip documentation (loading slips, PODs), and GPS-monitored routes.
• Coordinate with quarry/site supervisors for smooth loading and delivery.
• Monitor trip progress and handle operational challenges in real time (breakdowns, route deviations, etc.).
• Ensure specialized operations (oversized loads, recovery, container handling) are executed safely and efficiently.

Performance and Cost Control

• Track and report key performance indicators (trips, tonnage, fuel efficiency, utilization, maintenance costs).
• Monitor fuel consumption and prevent fuel pilferage or misuse through daily reconciliations.
• Analyze trip data to identify cost-saving and productivity improvement opportunities.
• Ensure proper reconciliation of loading/offloading slips and timely submission to Finance for invoicing.

Fleet Maintenance and Compliance

• Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure all vehicles are serviced as per schedule and kept roadworthy.
• Report and follow up on mechanical issues, breakdowns, and maintenance costs per truck/job.
• Ensure compliance with transport safety standards, load limits, and road permit regulations for abnormal loads.

People and Resource Management

• Supervise and support fleet supervisors, operators, and fuel/GPS controllers.
• Monitor driver/operator discipline, performance, and attendance.
• Conduct on-the-job coaching to improve performance and reduce operational risks.
• Ensure availability of skilled specialized equipment operators through training and competency checks.

Reporting and Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of trips, fuel, maintenance, permits, and performance logs.
• Submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports on fleet utilization, costs, and performance trends.
• Support the Transport Manager in planning budgets, cost reviews, and performance analysis.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing heavy-duty trucks, tippers, or specialized transport equipment.
• Strong knowledge of GPS systems, fuel management, and maintenance scheduling.
• Experience in quarry, construction, or logistics fleet operations preferred.
• Familiarity with transport permits, safety standards, and road regulations.

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and multitasking ability.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Integrity and commitment to operational discipline.
• Problem-solving and quick decision-making in field situations.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, transport tracking systems, and reporting tools.

• Plan, assign, and monitor all trips for tippers and specialized trucks (low beds, side loader, recovery truck).
• Ensure adherence to loading and offloading procedures, trip documentation (loading slips, PODs), and GPS-monitored routes.
• Coordinate with quarry/site supervisors for smooth loading and delivery.
• Monitor trip progress and handle operational challenges in real time (breakdowns, route deviations, etc.).
• Ensure specialized operations (oversized loads, recovery, container handling) are executed safely and efficiently.
• Track and report key performance indicators (trips, tonnage, fuel efficiency, utilization, maintenance costs).
• Monitor fuel consumption and prevent fuel pilferage or misuse through daily reconciliations.
• Analyze trip data to identify cost-saving and productivity improvement opportunities.
• Ensure proper reconciliation of loading/offloading slips and timely submission to Finance for invoicing.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure all vehicles are serviced as per schedule and kept roadworthy.
• Report and follow up on mechanical issues, breakdowns, and maintenance costs per truck/job.
• Ensure compliance with transport safety standards, load limits, and road permit regulations for abnormal loads.
• Supervise and support fleet supervisors, operators, and fuel/GPS controllers.
• Monitor driver/operator discipline, performance, and attendance.
• Conduct on-the-job coaching to improve performance and reduce operational risks.
• Ensure availability of skilled specialized equipment operators through training and competency checks.
• Maintain accurate records of trips, fuel, maintenance, permits, and performance logs.
• Submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports on fleet utilization, costs, and performance trends.
• Support the Transport Manager in planning budgets, cost reviews, and performance analysis.

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent planning, coordination, and multitasking ability
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Integrity and commitment to operational discipline
• Problem-solving and quick decision-making in field situations
• Proficiency in MS Excel, transport tracking systems, and reporting tools
• Strong knowledge of GPS systems, fuel management, and maintenance scheduling
• Familiarity with transport permits, safety standards, and road regulations

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing heavy-duty trucks, tippers, or specialized transport equipment
• Experience in quarry, construction, or logistics fleet operations preferred