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Fleet Operations Manager
About this role
The Fleet Operations Manager will oversee day-to-day management and performance of GIG Logistics' fleet network in Nigeria, ensuring fleet availability, minimal downtime, cost efficiency, and compliance for last-mile and inter-state delivery operations. The role involves coordinating with hub and gateway teams, deploying vehicles, monitoring performance metrics, and supervising drivers and riders. It requires managing maintenance, fuel usage, safety, reporting, and stakeholder relationships to support efficient delivery operations. The position targets applicants with experience in multi-vehicle fleet operations and a relevant degree. The employer, GIG Logistics, is part of The GIG Group and focuses on technology-enabled logistics in Lagos, Nigeria.
What you would do
- Ensure fleet availability for last-mile and line-haul operations.
- Coordinate with hub and gateway teams for smooth shipment movement.
- Deploy vehicles daily to meet delivery schedules.
- Identify and resolve operational inefficiencies and monitor key metrics.
- Monitor vehicle utilisation and allocate across routes.
- Oversee maintenance and repairs to minimise downtime.
- Supervise drivers and riders, monitor attendance and compliance.
- Conduct training on safety, customer service, and standards.
- Manage fuel usage and control costs related to fleet activities.
- Utilise fleet management systems and provide regular reports on performance.
What they are asking for
- Experience managing drivers/riders and multi-vehicle operations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
- 5–8 years’ experience in fleet or logistics operations.
- Familiarity with last-mile delivery operations is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Leadership and team management capabilities.
- Knowledge of local transport routes and regulations (preferred).
- Experience with fleet management or GPS tracking systems (preferred).
- Strong data analysis and reporting skills (preferred).
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