Job Title: Transport Officer
Company: Dangote Group
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Not Specified
Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates, with a strong reputation for excellent business practices and high-quality products. The Group operates across multiple sectors, with its operational headquarters located in Lagos, Nigeria.
Job Summary
Dangote Group is seeking an experienced Transport Officer to coordinate and manage the company’s transportation activities in Nigeria.
The successful candidate will ensure the safe, efficient, reliable and timely movement of employees, materials and other authorised personnel. The role involves vehicle scheduling, fleet coordination, driver supervision, vehicle maintenance monitoring, transportation cost management and compliance with company policies and safety requirements.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Transport Coordination
- Coordinate daily transportation activities and ensure vehicle availability for staff movements and official assignments.
- Prepare and manage vehicle schedules and transportation plans.
- Ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of employees and other authorised personnel.
Fleet Management
- Monitor the availability, utilisation and condition of company vehicles.
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle details, mileage, fuel consumption, servicing and repairs.
- Coordinate vehicle servicing, repairs and routine maintenance with relevant service providers.
Driver Management
- Coordinate and supervise drivers to ensure compliance with assigned schedules and company procedures.
- Monitor drivers’ performance, attendance, conduct and adherence to safety requirements.
- Ensure all drivers possess valid driving licences and other required documentation.
Safety and Compliance
- Ensure transportation activities comply with company policies, traffic regulations and applicable safety standards.
- Conduct regular checks to ensure vehicles are roadworthy and properly equipped.
- Report and document vehicle accidents, incidents and other transportation-related issues.
Fuel and Cost Management
- Monitor fuel consumption and vehicle-related expenses.
- Maintain accurate fuel usage records and identify unusual consumption patterns or potential inefficiencies.
- Support initiatives aimed at optimising transportation costs.
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain up-to-date records of vehicle movements, maintenance activities, fuel consumption, driver assignments and other transportation operations.
- Prepare periodic transport reports and provide updates on fleet performance and operational issues.
Stakeholder Support
- Work closely with the Administration, HR, Security, Operations and other departments to meet transportation requirements.
- Respond promptly to transportation requests and resolve operational challenges.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field, with at least seven years of relevant post-qualification experience.
- Professional certification in Transport Management, Logistics or a related discipline is an added advantage.
- Proven experience in transport coordination, fleet management or a similar role.
- Experience managing drivers, vehicle schedules, maintenance activities, fuel monitoring and transportation records.
- Good knowledge of vehicle operations, road safety and transportation regulations.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Good organisational and coordination skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple transportation requests and competing priorities.
- Sound knowledge of fleet and vehicle management.
- Strong attention to detail and record-keeping abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to urgent transportation needs.
- High level of integrity, responsibility and professionalism.
- Good knowledge of road safety and defensive driving principles.
Working Conditions
- The role is primarily office-based but requires regular movement within operational areas and transportation facilities.
- Occasional work outside normal working hours, including weekends and public holidays, may be required to support transportation operations.
- Regular interaction with drivers, employees, contractors, vendors and other stakeholders is expected.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Dangote Group recruitment portal:
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.