Truck Maintenance Supervisor (TMS)

This is an administrative and operational role that primarily focuses on coordinating fleet maintenance and repairs. In this role, you set a preventative maintenance schedule and track the completion of these maintenance tasks which are carried out by mechanics and other truck maintenance operators.

Major Responsibility: Preventing downtime and extending asset lifespan.

• Coordinate, schedule and audit fleet maintenance repairs and develop standard vehicle inspection routines.
• Schedule preventive maintenance tasks and make sure it is according to manufacturers recommendations.
• Prepare and address comprehensive daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Manage the inventory of spare parts and tires.
• Maintain a database of truck and driver information.
• Maintain streamlined fleet maintenance processes.
• Coach, mentor and prepare training for technicians and mechanics on proper maintenance procedures and guidelines.
• Assist with the purchase or lease of vehicles and spare parts.
• Assist with maintenance process improvement.
• Ensure necessary quality and safety precautions are followed during all phases of maintenance and repair operations.
• Estimating costs for repairs, consulting with management regarding budget limits, and approving repair orders.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and international and national regulations.
• Manage facilities, assuring a standard, clean and safe working environment.
• Prepare action plans and implement accordingly.
• Plan to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
• Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses for maintenance operations.
• Analyze, manage and mitigate risks.
• Ensure the use of proper maintenance techniques.
• Develop and implement new maintenance guidelines, policies and procedures for the company.
• Develop job description, job specification and performance evaluation formats for all the staff under the Truck maintenance supervisor.
• Engage in project acquisition via tender, invitation or other mechanisms.
• Handling any other task given by direct superior.

Reports to: General Manager

Specifications:

• Bachelors degree in mechanical or automotive engineering.
• 4 years of experience in automotive maintenance and GPS technology.
• Expert knowledge of the different types and processes of fleet maintenance.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with different teams.
• Strong computer proficiency with office software for filing reports and tracking maintenance schedules. Excellent leadership, time management and organizational skills for keeping the fleet maintenance on schedule.
• Having a driving license is preferred.