Fleet Management Assistant Job.

Fleet Management Assistant Job.
Steel Structures Ltd
At Steel Structures Limited, engineering is our strength.
All personnel from technician level upwards are equipped with computers which are networked to a complete 'Management Information System'. In addition to this, all Project Coordinators and Draughtsmen (as well as senior personnel) are also connected to each other via a separate network. This ensures the fast flow of information both vertically and horizontally across the whole company.

Our engineering design section is one of the most technologically advanced in East & Central Africa. Designs can be carried out using the latest specialized structural analysis/design software available in the market today. Features such as advanced 'elastic-plastic analysis' of steel frames utilise the properties of steel to the limit, resulting in the the most economic designs possible. Structural analysis, design, drafting and detailing can be fully integrated thus providing a very economic and effective solution to all projects, large and small.

Fleet Management Assistant

Main Purpose of the Job
The Fleet Management Assistant will be responsible for managing fleet and drivers to ensure efficiency in all logistical and mechanical processes.

Main Responsibilities
· Managing and monitoring the performance of a large fleet of prime movers, semi-trailers, trucks, cranes, canters, pickups and saloon vehicles and the related staff complement
·Putting in place strategic initiatives to ensure provision of efficient transport services
· Developing a system to monitor vehicle performance in regard to fuel consumption, speed, wear and tear
· Plan and Coordinate loading and delivery of materials to various sites around Kenya
·The review analysis of the fleet performance and preparation of relevant management reports.
· Administer vehicle maintenance program utilizing staff to ensure the following activities are completed: planning and assigning work, inspecting completed work, maintaining compliance to safety and governmental standards.
· Supervise, troubleshoot and streamline the preventative fleet maintenance measures.
· Supervise and analyze performance of the preventative maintenance program and repairs to minimize vehicle failures and protect vehicle assets
· Maintain the fleet maintenance database for analysis and monitoring of all maintenance, parts inventory, and associated fuel costs.
·Develop and analyze fleet maintenance metrics including overall cost per mile, maintenance cost per mile, life cycle replacement, tire life, and replacement schedule. Compare metrics with industry standards.
·Conduct regular safety meetings.
·Supports continuous growth through the implementation of relative staff development and training programs.
· Negotiate with and monitor vendors for outsourced services.
· Develop usage based vehicle specifications and coordinate with management for purchase of vehicles, equipment and supplies.
· Maintains all reports and documentation required or requested by the department.
· Prepares reports for evaluation of fleet maintenance effectiveness and efficiency.
· Identifies rules and regulations related to transportation services and recommends policies consistent with these mandates.

Required Qualifications/Experience
· Diploma in Transport Management
·A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a managerial role of large fleets/ logistics department.
· Experience with vehicle tracking software will be an advantage
· Driving License

Steel Structures Ltd
Nairobi
www.steelstructureskenya.com

Via email: recruitment@steelstructureskenya.com