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VACANCY!!! Transport Manager at African Industries Group (AIG)

VACANCY!!! Transport Manager at African Industries Group (AIG)

06:55 pm on July 16, 2025
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African Industries Group (AIG) is a diversified global conglomerate with a legacy of 53 years of business excellence and sustainable growth. It is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It has been contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth and industrial development and is equally committed to the nurturing and development of the local community.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Transport Manager
Location: Agbara, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing


Job Summary

* We are seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee and coordinate all transport-related activities within our manufacturing operations.
* This role is responsible for managing a fleet that includes pool vehicles, expatriate-assigned vehicles, and shift-based driver operations.
* The ideal candidate will have strong logistics experience, exceptional people management skills, and a keen understanding of vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and regulatory compliance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.


Key Responsibilities

* Oversee the company’s fleet of vehicles, including pool vehicles and assigned cars. Ensure optimal allocation, utilisation, and maintenance of all transport assets.
* Manage a team of shift-based drivers, including scheduling, attendance, performance evaluation, and ensuring compliance with company driving policies and standards.
* Coordinate periodic maintenance, servicing, licensing, and insurance of all vehicles to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with local transportation laws and safety standards.
* Plan and coordinate daily vehicle movements to meet operational demands of the plant, including Staff pick-ups/drop-offs, supply chain logistics support, and ad hoc transportation requests.
* Monitor and control transport-related costs, including fuel consumption, repairs, and third-party services. Recommend cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality.
* Maintain accurate records of vehicle logs, fuel usage, servicing, and incidents. Prepare and submit weekly/monthly transport reports to management.


Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Business Administration or related field.
* Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
* Proven experience managing a diverse fleet and shift-based driver teams.
* Solid understanding of fleet tracking systems, route planning, and vehicle maintenance procedures.
* Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
* Good knowledge of transportation laws, road safety standards, and government regulations.
* Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to dynamic operational needs.


Salary
Negotiable.


Application Closing Date
21st July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: esther.omisakin@africanindustries.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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