Transport Officer

We are seeking a proactive, organised, and dependable Transport Officer to support the effective coordination and daily operation of the company's transport and fleet activities.

The successful candidate will assist with vehicle scheduling, driver coordination, trip monitoring, documentation, maintenance planning, and ensuring that transport operations are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company procedures and applicable regulations.

This role is suitable for an early-career professional who has practical exposure to transport, fleet, haulage, or logistics operations and is looking to build a career within the logistics industry.

Tasks

• Assist in planning and coordinating daily vehicle and driver assignments.
• Prepare and maintain vehicle movement and trip schedules.
• Monitor vehicle movements and ensure timely dispatch and delivery.
• Communicate regularly with drivers regarding assignments, routes, delivery schedules, and operational requirements.
• Track vehicles and trips and provide timely updates on delays, breakdowns, accidents, or other operational issues.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle mileage, fuel consumption, trips, maintenance, and driver activities.
• Assist with monitoring fuel usage and identifying unusual consumption or discrepancies.
• Coordinate routine vehicle servicing, repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure vehicle documentation, including insurance, roadworthiness certificates, and other regulatory documents, remains valid and up to date.
• Conduct or support daily vehicle inspections and ensure identified defects are reported promptly.
• Ensure drivers comply with company transport procedures, safety requirements, and applicable road traffic regulations.
• Maintain proper documentation for deliveries, waybills, trip sheets, fuel records, and other transport-related documents.
• Assist in investigating and documenting accidents, vehicle damage, delays, and other transport incidents.
• Liaise with the operations, warehouse, customer service, and other relevant teams to facilitate smooth transportation activities.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly transport and fleet reports as required.
• Support initiatives aimed at reducing transportation costs, improving vehicle utilisation, and increasing operational efficiency.
• Perform any other transport or logistics-related duties assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• HND or Bachelor's Degree in **Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration **, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in transport, fleet, haulage, logistics, or distribution operations.
• Experience working within a logistics, transport, FMCG, distribution, shipping, or related environment will be an advantage.
• A valid Ghanaian driver's licence will be an added advantage.