Transport Manager
Date Posted: 05/05/2021
Location: Papua New Guinea
Work Type: TRANSPORT/LOGISTICS
- Do you want to work in a diverse and dynamic environment?
- Do you want to join an Organization that is a leading innovator in the International Freight industry?
- Have you got the drive to play a role in leading our business into the future?
Who are you? As part of the leadership team, you have experience managing a large team in the Transport and Logistics Sector. Meeting challenges head-on in a harsh environment, you are an honest, reliable self-starter who is prepared to strive for operational efficiencies and is happy with working as part of a large and dynamic team.
Reporting to the National Operations Manager, you will be responsible for;
- Recruiting, Managing and mentoring reports for the Transport Department
- Controlling a dedicated pool of over 50 company owned trucks, within a department of 80 staff including drivers, contract supervisors and administration staff
- Compliance with Legislative WHS requirements and maintain up to date team training
- Liaising with customers on a daily basis
- Auditing driver/operator records (e.g. run sheets, overtime reports, fuel consumption and GPS reports etc.)
- Driver recruitment and performance management
- Enforcing EFM Company Rules and Policies 100% of the t
- Driving local customer relationships with priority to improve customer deliveries and reduce costs
- Setting an example for team members and organization as a whole of commitment, business process and activities, work ethics and habits and personal characterThe successful applicant will be required to demonstrate that he or she has the following skills, qualifications or experience during the interview process:
- 5 years within the transport sector
- Good working knowledge of transport compliance
- Current Heavy Vehicle license
- Have a strong commitment to health, safety & leadership
- Strong planning and organizing skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage P&L
The following skills are desirable, however not essential:
- Previous experience working overseas
- Some HR/MC driving experience
- Experience in the freight/shipping industry including shipping line container yards
What are your rewards? You will be given the opportunity to develop your management career in Transport Industry, and receive a very competitive rate of pay. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a flexible, innovative and safe workplace. The position is a residential role based in Papua New Guinea with some travel within PNG. The successful candidate will be provided with Accommodation and a fully maintained company vehicle.
Desired Skills:
- Transport
- Logistics Management
- Operations and Logistics
- Manage Vehicle Fleet
- Monitor Drivers
- Transport Team Management
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree
About The Employer:
We are a Papua New Guinea, family-owned International Freight business with a dynamic attitude, that values our people, their safety and the environment. Recognized as innovative leaders in our field, we deliver quality in customer service, corporate social responsibility, and a workplace culture where people choose to stay.
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Company Vehicle
- other benefits