Job Title: Controller, Transport Operations
Company: DP World
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Not Specified
DP World is a global trade and logistics company focused on making international trade flow more efficiently. With more than 108,100 employees across 74 countries on six continents, the company operates across Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology. DP World combines global infrastructure with local expertise to deliver integrated supply chain solutions.
Job Summary
DP World is recruiting a Controller, Transport Operations to oversee daily fleet operations and ensure efficient, safe and timely haulage services. The successful candidate will coordinate fleet activities, plan delivery routes, monitor fuel consumption, manage vehicle utilisation and ensure that customer orders are fulfilled within agreed timelines.
The role also involves supervising delivery officers, maintaining fleet records, monitoring truck movements and ensuring compliance with operational, maintenance and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Fleet and Transport Operations
- Plan delivery routes and coordinate daily fleet operations.
- Oversee fleet coordination and maintain accurate operational records using EDD, Instanta and i-Manager platforms.
- Monitor fuel consumption, fleet utilisation, productivity and operating costs.
- Maximise revenue by ensuring trip targets are achieved and customer orders are fulfilled.
- Coordinate transport and logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Ensure loading orders are fulfilled and goods are delivered only to approved destinations.
- Monitor and communicate developments during transit and upon delivery.
- Update loaded trucks and trips on i-Manager and ensure trips are closed after completion.
- Monitor truck service mileage and ensure vehicles are serviced within approved limits.
- Ensure loaded stock does not exceed the carrying capacity of each truck.
- Monitor truck speeds and escalate violations of prescribed speed limits.
- Ensure daily, weekly and monthly recording of trips at client locations.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip briefings for delivery officers.
- Liaise with client representatives and field officers to resolve operational challenges.
- Use fleet tracking platforms to monitor truck locations and activities, improve delivery times, driver productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Ensure timely collection of Proof of Delivery (POD) documents.
- Escalate major operational issues to the Senior Fleet Controller.
- Create and maintain accurate fleet files.
- Manage fleet capacity, diesel consumption and fuel issuance records.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Senior Fleet Controllers.
Vehicle Safety and Maintenance
- Inspect assigned trucks, trailers, vehicle accessories, documentation and safety equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Ensure incidents, accidents and insurance claims are documented promptly to minimise vehicle downtime.
- Ensure all truck documentation and accessories remain valid and up to date.
- Ensure appropriate fuel is issued to trucks through i-Manager based on approved consumption charts and operational requirements.
Health, Safety and Compliance
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and security regulations and company policies.
- Ensure delivery officers wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at client sites and on the road.
- Ensure adequate risk assessments are conducted and regularly reviewed.
- Liaise with the HSE department on health, safety or security issues requiring additional support.
- Take responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of delivery officers under supervision.
- Conduct toolbox meetings to promote safe operating practices.
- Comply with all applicable health and safety procedures and instructions.
Qualifications and Requirements
- BSc or HND in Sciences or any Social Science discipline, with a minimum of Second Class Lower or Lower Credit.
- Professional certification in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD).
- Certification in Transportation and Logistics (CILT).
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
Experience and Skills
- 2–5 years of relevant work experience.
- Supply chain experience in a similar role.
- Experience in third-party logistics (3PL) management.
- Knowledge of rescue and recovery operations.
- Experience in transport and logistics operations.
- Fleet management and driver management experience.
- Knowledge of warehouse management.
- Good knowledge of Nigeria’s road network.
- Understanding of fleet management practices.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the DP World recruitment portal.
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.