[Job Vacancy] Transport Manager, EO at the British High Commission (BHC) Nigeria

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Transport Manager, EO

Location: AbujaJob Category: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)Job Subcategory: Corporate Services SupportType of Position: PermanentType of Post: British OfficeGrade: Executive Officer (EO)Working hours per week: 35Start Date: 1 February 2023

Main Purpose of Job

To manage the day to day running of the BHC Abuja Transport team, providing quality services in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with FCDO policy and post regulations.
You will be expected to deliver results both individually and through leadership of a team of 35+ drivers, mechanics and support staff.

Roles and Responsibilities

Develop and implement a proactive structured approach to fleet and journey management, ensuring staff rosters are effectively resourced to adequately and efficiently meet business needs.
Play a leading role in the continual improvement of transport operations by proactively identifying problems, recommending and implementing innovative solutions.
Be the first point of contact for handling all escalated transport matters (including enquiries and feedback) deploying excellent communication and influencing skills to develop good stakeholder relationships and to promptly, calmly and decisively resolve issues.
Provide senior management with Management Information (MI) on the Transport Section’s operations to enable timely reporting of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and improved customer communication.
Lead with the planning and co-ordination of logistical arrangements for VIP visits and up-country journeys in conjunction with key stakeholders including security to ensure road travel to hazardous areas are supported by adequate risk assessment and mitigation plans.
Work as a key member of the FCDO management team to ensure customer satisfaction and accountability in recruitment , training, performance management, discipline, health and safety, recognition and reward of the transport team.
Manage the vehicle maintenance workshop, certifying that it is well equipped and that mechanics comply with all health and safety requirements while doing their job.
Supervise and maintain the integrity of the diesel supply chain, checking that there’s always sufficient diesel to power generators in all FCDO compounds in Abuja as well as official vehicles.
Manage and supervise the transport stores ensuring that spares are readily available for vehicle maintenance employing lean and agile supply methods ensuring inventory carrying costs are at a minimum.
Efficiently manage provision of all transport resources for Abuja and subordinate posts; including fleet renewal, routine servicing, spares, fuel stocks, uniforms and accessories for the transport team, etc.
Prepare and monitor monthly, quarterly and annual budgets for the transport team, prudently managing, authorising, recording and regularly reporting on all expenditure.
Close supervision of the official vehicle fleet, ensuring valid documentation, proper maintenance, driver competence and adherence to health, safety and security regulations.
Perform other duties as may be required by senior management of the British High Commission.           

Resources Managed (Staff and Expenditure)

Direct Line management of 1x AO Deputy Transport Manager, 1 x AA Transport comms/admin officer, 1x AA Diesel officer, 1x AA Senior mechanic, 1 x AA Transport Store officer                                                                   

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Previous experience in Transport or Logistical Management
Experience of managing a large team to deliver a quality service in a high pressure environment
Quality and efficiency oriented, committed to service excellence and continuous improvement
Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools
Budgeting and financial management experience
Familiar with the Nigerian transport system and Abuja/Northern Nigerian road networks
A good command of English language – both verbally and in writing.
Flexible approach to problem solving with an ability to think on their feet
Demonstrate good interpersonal skills, integrity, professionalism and good leadership
A self-starter able to work with minimal supervision
Good organisational skills and analytical skills – capable of working quickly and accurately

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience  

University Degree (BSc or HND)
Professional certification in Transport, logistics and distribution
Relevant training records / certificates in Transport, General Administration, Customer Services.  

Required Behaviours:

Changing and Improving, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Leadership, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together

Other Benefits and Conditions of Employment  Learning and Development Opportunities:

Induction
Mandatory e-learning courses
On the job development
E-learning portal and courses routinely organised by the Regional Learning and Development Team

Working Patterns:

Full time position, with core working hours between 8am – 4pm, Monday to Thursday and 8am – 1pm on Friday. However, the job holder will need to be flexible to respond to incidents and operational demands as the need arises.

SalaryUSD1,827.80 Monthly.

How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Application Deadline  12th January, 2023.

Additional Information

Please check your application carefully before you submit, as no changes can be made once submitted.
Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Abuja are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Nigeria.
All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.
The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to;

Obtain the relevant permit
Pay fees for the permit
Make arrangements to relocate
Meet the costs to relocation

Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.  
Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles
Please note:  AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5
Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates.
The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position