British Deputy High Commission Vacancy in Abuja for a Transport Manager
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British Deputy High Commission is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Transport Manager
Ref.: 06/16 ABJ
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Grade: B3 (L)
Job type: Permanent
Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
- Plan, organise and direct the administration of the British
High Commissions transport requirements, staff duty rosters including
fleet management and deployment.
- Effective and efficient management of all resources; vehicle replacements,servicing, spares and fuel stocks.
- Close supervision of the official pool of vehicles, ensuring
valid documentation, proper maintenance, driver competence and adherence
to health, safety andsecurity regulations.
- Central point of contact for liaising and communicating with
various customers, internaland external partners (including the Nigeria
Police, FRSC, DFID, BDHC Lagos, British Council, etc) on all transport
related matters.
- Plan and co-ordinate logistical arrangements for VIP visits and up-country journeys.
- Manageand supervise a group of transport co-ordinators,
mechanics and other support staff employed in the transport team in
addition to a combined pool of 30+ drivers.
- Prepare and monitor annual/quarterly budgets for the transport
team, prudentlymanaging, authorising, recording and regularly reporting
on all expenditure.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant educational qualifications (University Degree, HND or Professional Certificates)
- Familiar with the Nigerian transport system and the Abuja road networks
- Possess a valid drivers licence
Essential qualifications and experience:
- Previous experience in Transport or Logistical Management
- Demsontrate good interpersonal skills
- A self starter able to work with minimal supervision
- Good organisational skills - capable of working quickly and accurately
- Budgeting and financial management experience
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools.
- Experience of managing a large team to deliver a quality service in a high pressure environment
- A good command of English language - both verbally and in writing .
- Flexible approach to problem solving with an ability to think on their feet
Required Competencies
- Making Effective Decisions, Leading and Communicating,
Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at
Pace.
Remuneration
N 493,126 monthly
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply
Note
- To apply please attach CV and a cover letter as one document
- Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in
Nigeria are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to
local employment law in Country.
- Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g.
certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats
will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
- Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted.
- Any questions you may have about this position will only be answered during interview, should you be invited.
Start Date 1st May, 2016.
Application Deadline 22nd March, 2016.