Fleet HOD (Head of Fleet) Abuja / Kogi

Ascentech Services Limited is a human resources solutions company dedicated to helping businesses build stronger teams and manage people functions more effectively. Established in Nigeria in 2013, we have supported organizations for years with high-quality, practical HR services designed to meet real business needs; adapting to evolving workforce demands and enabling long-term growth. With a strong presence in Lagos and Ibadan, and an expanding footprint through Ascentforce in India, we deliver a broader, more connected approach to recruitment, outsourcing, training, and ongoing HR support. Ascentech brings expertise across borders, backed by over 13 years of dedicated experience in delivering practical HR and recruitment solutions. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Fleet HOD (Head of Fleet)

Location: Abuja (FCT) / Kogi

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Manufacturing / Building Materials / Ceramics / Construction Products

Reports To: Head of Operations / General Manager Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Fleet HOD to manage the company's fleet operations and ensure the safe, reliable, efficient, and cost-effective movement of raw materials, finished products, equipment, and personnel. The successful candidate will oversee trucks and other commercial vehicles, coordinate drivers, manage vehicle maintenance, monitor fuel consumption, ensure regulatory compliance, and introduce effective systems that improve fleet utilisation while controlling operating costs.

Manage the day-to-day operations of the company's fleet and ensure vehicles are available, safe, and fit for purpose. Plan vehicle allocation, dispatch, routing, and delivery schedules. Coordinate the timely movement of raw materials, finished products, equipment, and other goods. Monitor fleet utilisation and implement measures to improve efficiency and reduce downtime. Collaborate with logistics, warehouse, production, sales, and operations teams to meet transportation requirements.

Supervise and coordinate all fleet drivers and transport personnel. Prepare driver schedules, routes, and operating procedures. Monitor attendance, performance, conduct, and compliance with company policies. Ensure all drivers hold valid licences and required documentation. Organise regular training on defensive driving, road safety, vehicle handling, and company procedures.

Develop and enforce preventive maintenance schedules for all fleet vehicles. Ensure vehicles are serviced and maintained in line with manufacturer recommendations and company standards. Monitor repairs, inspections, breakdowns, and roadworthiness of vehicles. Manage relationships with approved workshops, mechanics, and service providers. Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, parts replacement, and maintenance expenditure.

Monitor fuel consumption and investigate abnormal or excessive usage. Implement effective controls for fuel issuance, tracking, and accountability. Monitor expenditure on fuel, maintenance, tyres, repairs, insurance, licensing, and other fleet-related costs. Identify opportunities to reduce operating costs without compromising safety or service delivery. Prepare regular fleet cost and performance reports for management.

Ensure compliance with applicable road transport, vehicle safety, and regulatory requirements. Maintain valid vehicle registration, insurance, roadworthiness certificates, and other required documentation. Implement and enforce fleet safety policies and procedures. Investigate accidents, incidents, vehicle damage, and other fleet-related occurrences. Introduce measures to minimise accidents, misuse, breakdowns, and operational risks.

Monitor vehicle movements using GPS and fleet management systems where available. Track mileage, routes, delivery times, fuel usage, idle time, and vehicle utilisation. Review fleet performance data and recommend corrective actions where necessary. Maintain accurate records of trips, vehicle movements, mileage, fuel consumption, maintenance, and incidents.

Work closely with logistics and operations teams to support efficient product distribution. Coordinate vehicle availability for customer deliveries and transfers between locations. Optimise routes to reduce turnaround time, fuel consumption, and transportation costs. Monitor delivery performance and promptly resolve transportation-related challenges.

Maintain an accurate and up-to-date fleet register covering vehicle details, documentation, maintenance history, and operational status. Prepare weekly and monthly fleet performance reports for management. Track key fleet KPIs and provide practical recommendations for improvement. Manage relationships with vehicle suppliers, workshops, insurers, tracking companies, and other fleet service providers. Support fleet budgeting, vehicle acquisition, disposal, replacement, and capacity planning.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Fleet availability and utilisation rate Vehicle downtime and breakdown frequency Fuel consumption and cost efficiency On-time delivery and turnaround time Driver safety and compliance performance Preventive maintenance compliance Reduction in fleet operating costs Accident and incident frequency Accuracy and completeness of fleet records Compliance with vehicle documentation and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's Degree or HND in Transport Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration,  Engineering, or a related discipline. 5–8+ years of relevant experience in fleet management, logistics, transportation, or operations, preferably within manufacturing, building materials, ceramics, construction products, or FMCG. Proven experience managing a sizeable fleet of trucks, commercial vehicles, or heavy-duty vehicles. Strong knowledge of fleet operations, vehicle maintenance, fuel control, and transportation logistics. Demonstrated experience managing drivers and transport personnel. Good understanding of Nigerian road transport regulations and vehicle documentation requirements. Experience with GPS tracking or fleet management systems is an advantage. Strong analytical, reporting, organisational, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Fleet & Transport Management Driver Supervision Vehicle Maintenance Fuel Management & Cost Control Logistics & Route Planning Fleet Tracking Safety & Regulatory Compliance Vendor Management Data Analysis & Reporting Problem Solving Operational Planning Team Leadership.

Not Specified. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using “Fleet HOD” as the subject of the email.